California Mountain Lichen
Dimelaena californica
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Physciaceae
- Genus:
- Dimelaena
- Species:
- Dimelaena californica
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found on rocky outcrops and slopes