Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Pannariaceae

Genus:

Erioderma

Species:

Erioderma sorediatum

USDA Symbol:

ERSO4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in humid forested areas