California Xanthoparmelia Lichen
Xanthoparmelia californica
- Native to:
- United States
Belnap, Jayne, 1952- Laxalt, Meggan Peterson, Pam National Science and Technology Center (U.S.). Information and Communications Group,Grout, A. J. (Abel Joel), b. 1867 Smith, Annie Morrill Jennings, Otto Emery, 1877- American Bryological and Lichenological Society American Bryological Society,Exeter, Ronald L.
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Parmeliaceae
- Genus:
- Xanthoparmelia
- Species:
- Xanthoparmelia californica
- USDA Symbol:
- XACA7
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found on exposed rock surfaces