Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Psoraceae

Genus:

Protoblastenia

Species:

Protoblastenia incrustans

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on calcareous substrates