Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Porpidiaceae

Genus:

Porpidia

Species:

Porpidia diversa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on exposed rock surfaces