Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Ramalinaceae

Genus:

Ramalina

Species:

Ramalina leptocarpha

USDA Symbol:

RALE2

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Wildlife Benefits

Caterpillars:

★☆☆☆☆ Recorded caterpillar host plant (HOSTS Database)

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on rocks and bark