Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Teloschistaceae

Genus:

Caloplaca

Species:

Caloplaca sipeana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor substrates

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on calcareous rocks