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dendriscocaulon lichen

Scientific Name: Dendriscocaulon

Family: Lobariaceae

Category: Lichen

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Dendriscocaulon intricatulum: A Closer Look

Dendriscocaulon intricatulum, commonly known as dendriscocaulon lichen, is a fascinating fruticose lichen. This means it has a shrubby growth form.

Considerations for Children

  • The text mentions that Dendriscocaulon intricatulum is rated as not safe for children.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that Dendriscocaulon intricatulum is rated as not safe for dogs.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Dendriscocaulon intricatulum (Nyl.) Henssen
  • Synonyms:
    • Dendriscocaulon bolacinum Nyl.
    • Dendriscocaulon umhausense (Auersw.) Degel.
    • Cornicularia umhausensis Auersw.
  • Family: Stictaceae (mentioned in one instance for Dendriscocaulon dendriothamnodes)
  • Phylum: Lichens (stated for Dendriscocaulon dendriothamnodes)
  • Note: The genus Dendriscocaulon was initially described as fruticose.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Dendriscocaulon intricatulum is a minute fruticose lichen, typically 3-5 mm in size, but can grow up to 1 cm.
  • Dendriscocaulon umhausense, also referred to as Thorn Lichen, has a small, fruticose, brown thallus.

Ecological Role and Distribution

  • Dendriscocaulon species are found in various regions, including North America and the Mascarene archipelago (Reunion). A distribution map for Dendriscocaulon intricatulum in North America is referenced.
  • They can be found on mossy tree trunks in mountainous areas.
  • It can occur on oaks.

Symbiotic Relationships

  • Dendriscocaulon lichens have a cyanobacteria as their photobiont partner.
  • Some are tripartite lichen symbionts.
  • Dendriscocaulon umhausense can be found as an epiphyte on Lichen amplissimus.
  • The lichen can be similar to the thalli of the genus Dendriscocaulon
  • Dendriscocaulon is associated with lichen symbioses in the Pannariaceae.

Quirky Facts

  • The name Dendriscocaulon is derived from the Greek word "dendrisco," meaning "tree-like."

Further Information

  • Information can be found at Real Jardin Botanico, Madrid: MA-Lichen.
  • Information can be found in the Cryptogamy collection (PC) of the Musum national d&#39His&#8230.
  • "American Arctic Lichens: The Macrolichens" by J. Thompson (1984)