Map Lichen

Rhizocarpon lavatum

Millanes A, Diederich P, Westberg M, Knutsson T, Wedin M (2014) Tremella rhizocarpicola sp. nov. and other interesting lichenicolous Tremellales and Filobasidiales in the Nordic countries. MycoKeys 8: 31-41.

Taxonomy

Division:: Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:: Rhizocarpaceae
Genus:: Rhizocarpon
Species:: Rhizocarpon lavatum

Growth Characteristics

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

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:: rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
pH:: 4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
Drainage:: excellent drainage required
Moisture:: dry to moderate
Notes:: commonly found on exposed rock surfaces