Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Physciaceae

Genus:

Heterodermia

Species:

Heterodermia leucomelos

USDA Symbol:

HELE9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

grows on bark or rock surfaces

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found in tropical and subtropical regions