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Cornutispora intermedia
Scientific Name: Cornutispora intermedia
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
Duration:
Other Names:
Cornutispora intermedia
Cornutispora intermedia is a lichen-forming fungus belonging to the phylum Ascomycota.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cornutispora intermedia Punith. & D. Hawksw.
- Common Names: The text indicates this species is "commonly known as Cornutispora intermedia" which suggests the scientific name is the de facto common name.
- Family: Incertae sedis (stated as "Uncertain Lichen Family" in some sources).
- Kingdom: Fungi
- Phylum: Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)
Distribution and Habitat
This species has been found in Europe (including France, Ireland, and the United Kingdom) and North America. Specific habitats are not detailed in the provided text, but it is associated with lichens.
Morphological Characteristics
- Cornutispora intermedia is described as a lichenous species.
- It produces tri- and tetraradiate conidia.
Quirky Facts
- The text humorously notes "No one's observed Cornutispora intermedia," which seems to contradict the fact that it has been described and studied!
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Cornutispora intermedia is associated with other lichen species, such as Ochrolechia.
Resources and Further Information
- Discover Life has a page dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of this species.
- Encyclopedia of Life (EOL) contains information about Cornutispora intermedia.
- Drone-Application-Server database publication for Cornutispora intermedia biodroid.Taxa.1083206