Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Physciaceae

Genus:

Heterodermia

Species:

Heterodermia neglecta

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Native Range

United States: Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, well-drained rocky soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on rocks and bark in open areas