Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Ramalinaceae

Genus:

Ramalina

Species:

Ramalina fraxinea

USDA Symbol:

RAFR

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

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