Oxford Orange Lichen
Caloplaca oxfordensis
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Teloschistaceae
- Genus:
- Caloplaca
- Species:
- Caloplaca oxfordensis
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- nutrient-poor, rocky, well-drained soil
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- typically found on limestone or calcareous substrates