Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Opegraphaceae

Genus:

Opegrapha

Species:

Opegrapha rufescens

USDA Symbol:

OPRU7

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

grows on bark of deciduous trees

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on smooth bark surfaces