Whiteworm Lichen
Thamnolia subuliformis
- Native to:
- United States
Grout, A. J. (Abel Joel), b. 1867 Smith, Annie Morrill Jennings, Otto Emery, 1877- American Bryological and Lichenological Society American Bryological Society,See, Marianne,Geological Survey (U.S.); U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (U.S.); University of Colorado Boulder
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Uncertain
- Genus:
- Thamnolia
- Species:
- Thamnolia subuliformis
- USDA Symbol:
- THSU60
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found in alpine and arctic regions