Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Verrucariaceae

Genus:

Polyblastia

Species:

Polyblastia bryophila

USDA Symbol:

POBR10

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, well-drained rocky substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on mosses and rocks in alpine regions