Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Teloschistaceae

Genus:

Teloschistes

Species:

Teloschistes contortuplicatus

USDA Symbol:

TECO8

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor substrates

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found in arid or semi-arid regions