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Labrador cup lichen
Scientific Name: Cladonia labradorica
Family: Cladoniaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Cladonia labradorica: Labrador Cup Lichen
Cladonia labradorica, commonly known as Labrador cup lichen, is a fascinating lichen belonging to the Cladoniaceae family.
Considerations for Pets
- Lichens may be found in areas frequented by dogs or other pets.
Considerations for Children
- Lichens may be found in areas frequented by children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cladonia labradorica Ahti & Brodo
- Common Name: Labrador cup lichen
- Family: Cladoniaceae
- Other species in the Cladonia family include: Cladonia acuminata
Distribution and Habitat
- This lichen is found in the USA and Canada, specifically in Newfoundland and Labrador.
- It thrives in environments like peatland communities, shrub-moss-lichen tundra, and areas with Labrador tea and sphagnum moss.
Ecological Role
- Cladonia (cup lichen) is noted as a primary food source for reindeer and caribou.
Associations
- Found in association with other lichen species such as boreal felt lichen, vole ears lichen, and blue felt lichen.
- Often present alongside Labrador tea (Ledum palustre), dwarf birch (Betula nana), and various mosses.
Further Information
- NLNature (www.nlnature.com) is an online atlas of wildlife in Newfoundland and Labrador that includes information on Cladonia species.