Beard Lichen

Usnea cirrosa

Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Parmeliaceae
Genus:
Usnea (Dill. ex Adans. | - b)
Species:
Usnea cirrosa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
nutrient-poor, well-drained substrate
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
typically found on tree bark in open forests