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Chaenothecopsis norstictica

Scientific Name: Chaenothecopsis norstictica

Family: Mycocaliciaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Chaenothecopsis norstictica

Chaenothecopsis norstictica is a fascinating lichenous fungus. It is also commonly known as Chaenothecopsis norstictica (note that the common name is the same as the scientific name in this case).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chaenothecopsis norstictica R.C. Harris
  • Rank: Species
  • Genus: Chaenothecopsis Vainio
  • Phylum: Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)
  • Family: Mycocaliciaceae

Distribution and Habitat

  • Originally described from Georgia and Florida, U.S.A.
  • Observed in Ocala National Forest, Florida.
  • Also found in New Brunswick.
  • Present in the Galapagos Islands.

Ecological Role

  • Saprophytic fungus, related to either lichens or lichenicolous fungi.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Characterized by a stalked capitulum lacking a mazaedium.
  • Asci are short (less than 55 m).

Further Information

  • Catalogue of Life: Chaenothecopsis norstictica R. C. Harris
  • Index Fungorum: Chaenothecopsis norstictica R.C. Harris
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility): GBIF identifier 2595699
  • iNaturalist.org