Variable Orange Lichen
Caloplaca variabilis
- Native to:
- United States
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Teloschistaceae
- Genus:
- Caloplaca
- Species:
- Caloplaca variabilis
- USDA Symbol:
- CAVA8
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found on exposed rock surfaces