Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Trypetheliaceae

Genus:

Astrothelium

Species:

Astrothelium variolosum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, well-drained, rocky soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on bark in tropical regions