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lichenothelia lichen

Scientific Name: Lichenothelia intermixta

Family: Lichenotheliaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Lichenothelia

Lichenothelia is a genus of fungi that forms lichen-like associations. The information below provides a detailed look at this fascinating group of organisms.

Considerations for Pets

  • As Lichenothelia grows on rocks, it could potentially come into contact with pets outdoors.

Scientific Classification

  • Genus: Lichenothelia
  • Common Name: Lichenothelia Lichen
  • Kingdom: Fungi
  • Family: Lichenotheliaceae

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • The genus Lichenothelia was established by D. Hawksw. in 1981.
  • Synonyms include:
    • Polycoccum opulentum auct. brit. (for Lichenothelia renobalesiana)
    • Microthelia scopularia (Nyl.) Blomb. & Forssell (for Lichenothelia scopularia)
  • Newly combined species include Lichenothelia metzleri (Lahm) comb. nov. and L. scopularia (Nyl.) comb. nov.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Lichenothelia species are widespread.
  • They are often found growing on hard limestones in temperate regions.
  • Specific species have been identified in locations such as Antarctica (Lichenothelia antarctica) and Iran (two undescribed species).
  • Lichenothelia has been recorded in England, Turnipseed Preserve in North Carolina, and Southern California Chaparral.

Ecological Role

  • Lichenothelia includes "border-line lichens," which are associations of melanised fungi with algae.
  • Some species are lichenicolous, meaning they grow on other lichens.
  • Some species, such as Lichenothelia convexa, can be saxicolous, growing on rocks.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Lichenothelia is characterized by fertile stromata and pycnidia.
  • Some species can grow on and within rocks.
  • Lichenothelia ilamensis is distinguished by a black areolate structure.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Lichenothelia forms associations with algae.
  • Some species are lichenicolous, growing on other lichens.

Further Information

  • EOL (Encyclopedia of Life) provides more information on Lichenothelia intermixta.
  • British Lichen Society offers records on rare and threatened lichens.
  • Researchgate.net has information on facultative lichen-like associations.