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Ravenel's cup lichen
Scientific Name: Cladonia ravenelii
Family: Cladoniaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Other Names:
Ravenel's Cup Lichen (Cladonia ravenelii)
Ravenel's Cup Lichen, scientifically known as Cladonia ravenelii, is a fascinating lichen species that belongs to the Cladoniaceae family. It's commonly referred to as Ravenel's cup lichen.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cladonia ravenelii Tuck.
- Common Name: Ravenel's Cup Lichen
- Family: Cladoniaceae
- Kingdom: Fungi
- Phylum: Ascomycota
- Class: Lecanoromycetes
- Order: Lecanorales
Distribution and Habitat
This lichen is found in the southern states, including Florida and in the mountains. It is associated with mixed pond-cypress (Taxodium ascendens) and pine (Pinus sp.) wetlands in central Florida.
Morphological Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Lichenous