Sendtner's Polyplastia Lichen

Polyblastia sendtneri

Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Verrucariaceae
Genus:
Polyblastia
Species:
Polyblastia sendtneri

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
commonly found on calcareous substrates