Mountain Fishscale Lichen
Psora montana
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Psoraceae
- Genus:
- Psora (Hoffm. | - f)
- Species:
- Psora montana
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Bloom Months:
- may
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 in arid, rocky regions