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Amandinea leucomela

Scientific Name: Amandinea leucomela

Family: Physciaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Amandinea leucomela

Amandinea leucomela is a lichen belonging to the Physciaceae family. It is also known as a button lichen and is a member of the genus Amandinea.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Amandinea leucomela (Imshaug) P. May &amp Sheard
  • Family: Physciaceae
  • Kingdom: Fungi
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Buellia leucomela Imshaug (Basionym)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Reported locations include China (Yunnan), Bermuda, Antarctica, and the United States.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Growth habit: Lichenous

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • GBIF ID: 5478825
  • USDA PLANTS Profile: Link to USDA PLANTS
  • NatureWatch NZ