Cerebral Fishscale Lichen
Psora cerebriformis
- Native to:
- United States
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Psoraceae
- Genus:
- Psora (Hoffm. | - f)
- Species:
- Psora cerebriformis
- USDA Symbol:
- PSCE
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun,Part Shade
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found on calcareous substrates