Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Verrucariaceae

Genus:

Dermatocarpon

Species:

Dermatocarpon rivulorum

USDA Symbol:

DERI60

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained substrate

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on rocks in streams