Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Peltigeraceae

Genus:

Peltigera

Species:

Peltigera neckeri

USDA Symbol:

PENE11

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, organic-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in forested areas with ample organic matter