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Fuscopannaria laceratula

Scientific Name: Fuscopannaria laceratula

Family: Pannariaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Fuscopannaria laceratula: Torn Shingles Lichen

Fuscopannaria laceratula, also known as Torn Shingles Lichen, is a species of lichenized fungi. The French common name is fuscopannaire dchire.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Fuscopannaria laceratula (Hue) P.M. Jrg.
  • Family: Pannariaceae
  • Genus: Fuscopannaria
  • Species: Fuscopannaria laceratula
  • Synonym: Pannaria laceratula Hue, 1902
  • Taxonomic Status: Accepted

Distribution and Habitat

  • Fuscopannaria laceratula has a widespread distribution, especially in temperate regions.
  • It has been found on Alnus (Alder trees) in locations such as Montague Island, Prince William Sound, Alaska.
  • Specimens have also been found in Arizona and other regions of North America.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is a lichenous species.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Fuscopannaria laceratula can be a host to other fungi, such as Paranectria cf. alstrupii.

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Cyanolichen Index
  • Arctos Database
  • NCBI Taxonomy checklist