Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Opegraphaceae

Genus:

Opegrapha

Species:

Opegrapha hassei

USDA Symbol:

OPHA

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, rocky substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on bark of trees in coastal areas