Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Mycocaliciaceae

Genus:

Mycocalicium

Species:

Mycocalicium americanum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

grows on decaying wood, not soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on coniferous wood