Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Teloschistaceae

Genus:

Caloplaca

Species:

Caloplaca diplacia

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Native Range

United States: Navassa Island

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor substrates

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on exposed rock surfaces