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paradox dirina lichen
Scientific Name: Dirina paradoxa
Family: Roccellaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
Duration:
Other Names:
Paradox Dirina Lichen
Learn about the intriguing Paradox Dirina Lichen, a fascinating example of the lichenous growth form.
Considerations for Children
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Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Dirina paradoxa
- Common Name: Paradox Dirina Lichen
- Family: Roccellaceae
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies - Dirina paradoxa subsp. approximata
- Synonyms: Dirina catalinariae, possible synonym "= Dirina"
Morphological Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Lichenous
Distribution and Habitat
- Found on gypsum knolls in Paradox Valley, Montrose Co., Colorado, at 1500 m elevation.
- Also found in Western Galloway, Southwest Scotland.
Quirky Facts
- The text mentions a paradox related to the study of lichens in Western Galloway, suggesting an underestimation of their presence despite suitable conditions.
Related Species
- Mentions of other Dirina species: D. africana, D. approximata, D. byssiseda, D. capensis, D. catalinariae, D. ceratoniae, D. chilena, D. cinerea.
Further Information
- MyTreeDB is referenced.
- Drone-Application-Server database publication for Dirina paradoxa biodroid. Taxa.189832
- Lichens Red Data Book – Near Threatened. (1996)
- Reichert, I. (Israel). Studied Lichens since 1936.
- The Genera Dirina and Roccellina (Roccellaceae). Tehler, Anders