Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Trapeliaceae

Genus:

Placynthiella

Species:

Placynthiella uliginosa

USDA Symbol:

PLUL

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

3.5 - 5.5 (acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in bogs and heathlands