Crown Bulbothrix Lichen
Bulbothrix coronata
- Native to:
- United States
iNaturalist: © ahuereca (iNaturalist #32818964)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Parmeliaceae
- Genus:
- Bulbothrix
- Species:
- Bulbothrix coronata
- USDA Symbol:
- BUCO5
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- nutrient-poor, well-drained rocky soil
- pH:
- 4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found on rocks and tree bark