Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Pertusariaceae

Genus:

Ochrolechia

Species:

Ochrolechia gowardii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-poor, organic-rich soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

typically found in alpine and subalpine regions