Pacific Fishscale Lichen
Psora pacifica
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Psoraceae
- Genus:
- Psora (Hoffm. | - f)
- Species:
- Psora pacifica
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found in coastal and rocky habitats