Cartilage Lichen

Ramalina fraxinea

Cartilage Lichen

Rosser1954 Roger Griffith

Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Ramalinaceae
Genus:
Ramalina
Species:
Ramalina fraxinea

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
nutrient-poor, well-drained substrate
pH:
4.5 - 7.0 (acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
commonly found on tree bark in open woodlands