Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Psoraceae

Genus:

Psora (Hoffm. | - f)

Species:

Psora himalayana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found in alpine and subalpine regions