Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Parmeliaceae

Genus:

Menegazzia

Species:

Menegazzia terebrata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, well-drained, acidic soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found on bark and wood in humid forests