Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Verrucariaceae

Genus:

Verrucaria

Species:

Verrucaria dacryodes

USDA Symbol:

VEDA

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on limestone or calcareous rocks