Common orange lichen
A species of Orange lichen, Also known as Yellow scale Scientific name : Xanthoria parietina Genus : Orange lichen
Common orange lichen, A species of Orange lichen
Also known as:
Yellow scale
Scientific name: Xanthoria parietina
Genus: Orange lichen
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Description
Common orange lichen was selected in 2006 by the United States Department of Energy as a model for genomic sequencing. Its widespread dispersal and bright yellow-orange color give the lichen its common name. It is primarily found growing on rocks, walls, and tree bark.
Colors
Green
Yellow
White
Orange
Habitat
Hardwood forests in valleys
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General Info
Habitat
Hardwood forests in valleys
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal
Cap Diameter
10 cm
Endangered Species
No
Spore Print
Hyaline
Species Status
Widely distributed
How to identify it?
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Lecanoromycetes Order
Teloschistales Family
Teloschistaceae Genus
Orange lichen Species
Common orange lichen