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dermiscellum lichen

Scientific Name: Dermiscellum

Family: Physciaceae

Category: Lichen

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Dermiscellum Lichen

This page provides information about Dermiscellum, a genus of lichenized fungi.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • Some sources indicate that Dermiscellum Lichen is not safe for children or dogs. Further research is recommended to confirm these ratings and understand the potential risks.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Scientific Name: Dermiscellum Hafellner, H. Mayrh. &amp Poelt
  • Common Name: Dermiscellum Lichen
  • Rank: Genus
  • Kingdom: Fungi
  • Family: Physciaceae
  • Synonyms:
    • Dermiscellum catawbense (Willey) Hafellner &amp Poelt (synonymous with an older name)
    • Dermiscellum oulocheilum (Tuck.) Lendemer
      • Synonymy: ? Opegrapha oulocheila Tuck.

Quirky Facts

  • The species *D. catawbensis* was found to be synonymous with a name published over a decade earlier.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The lichen is found in North America.
  • D. catawbense is also referred to as Catawba dermiscellum lichen.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Some *Dermiscellum* species have an umbilicate growth form.

Related Resources

  • ITIS: Dermiscellum catawbense (Willey) Hafellner &amp Poelt (TSN 190980)
  • Harvard University Herbaria and Michigan State University Herbarium Lichens each have occurrences of Dermiscellum oulocheila.