Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Roccellaceae

Genus:

Dirina

Species:

Dirina catalinariae

USDA Symbol:

DICA6

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on rocky surfaces in coastal areas