Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Opegraphaceae

Genus:

Opegrapha

Species:

Opegrapha varia

USDA Symbol:

OPVA2

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

grows on bark, nutrient-poor conditions

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on tree bark in temperate regions