Crater Lichen

Diploschistes actinostomus

Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Thelotremataceae
Genus:
Diploschistes
Species:
Diploschistes actinostomus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
may

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
typically found on calcareous substrates