Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Peltigeraceae

Genus:

Solorina

Species:

Solorina saccata

USDA Symbol:

SOSA60

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in alpine and subalpine regions