Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Uncertain

Genus:

Cystocoleus

Species:

Cystocoleus ebeneus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, acidic, well-drained soil

pH:

4.0 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on decaying wood or bark