Arctic Snow Lichen
Stereocaulon arcticum
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Stereocaulaceae
- Genus:
- Stereocaulon
- Species:
- Stereocaulon arcticum
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- may
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 in arctic and alpine regions