Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Schaereriaceae

Genus:

Schaereria

Species:

Schaereria fuscocinerea

USDA Symbol:

SCFU3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

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:

typically found in alpine and subalpine regions