Fishscale Lichen
Psora decipiens
- Native to:
- United States
Shaun Pogacnik (www.inaturalist.org)






Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Psoraceae
- Genus:
- Psora (Hoffm. | - f)
- Species:
- Psora decipiens
- USDA Symbol:
- PSDE60
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, 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