Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Strigulaceae

Genus:

Strigula

Species:

Strigula americana

USDA Symbol:

STAM9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, well-drained bark substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

typically grows on tree bark in humid environments