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eiglera lichen
Scientific Name: Eiglera flavida
Family: Eigleraceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Other Names:
Eiglera Lichen
Learn about Eiglera Lichen, a fascinating type of lichen with unique characteristics and distribution.
Scientific Classification
- Scientific Name: Eiglera flavida (Hepp) Hafellner
- Common Name: Eiglera Lichen
- Genus: Eiglera Hafellner
- Family: Eigleraceae / Hymeneliaceae
- Kingdom: Fungi
- Phylum: Ascomycota
- Rank: Species / Genus
Synonyms and Alternative Names
- Eiglera flavida (Hepp) Rehm
Nomenclature
The species name Eiglera flavida is attributed to (Hepp) Hafellner, indicating that Hepp originally described the species, and Hafellner later reclassified or refined the description. The genus name Eiglera is attributed to Hafellner.
Distribution and Habitat
- Eiglera flavida is found in various regions, including Tasmania, Finland, and Italy.
- It thrives on calcareous, calciferous, or base-rich rocks, often in cold, exposed sites, or on pebbles and small stones near the ground.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habit
- Eiglera flavida is a lichenous plant.
Ecological Role
- Eiglera flavida is part of the lichen flora found in chalk and limestone streams.
Considerations for Pets
According to available information, Eiglera Lichen is not considered safe for dogs and cats.
Considerations for Children
According to available information, Eiglera Lichen is not considered safe for children.
Further Information
- Related ITIS Name: Eiglera flavida (Hepp) Hafellner (TSN 191881)
- Refer to the Catalogue of Life for further information.
- Checklists containing Eiglera flavida (Th. Fr.) Hafellner: British Isles List of Lichens and Lichenicolous Fungi, version 1 (Recommended).
- Refer to the Encyclopedia of Life for further information on Family Hymeneliaceae.