Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Physciaceae

Genus:

Diplotomma

Species:

Diplotomma nivalis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade

Native Range

United States

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found in alpine and arctic regions