Alpine Blood Lichen

Mycoblastus alpinus

Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Mycoblastaceae
Genus:
Mycoblastus
Species:
Mycoblastus alpinus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
typically found in alpine and subalpine regions