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Hall's lung lichen

Scientific Name: Lobaria hallii

Family: Lobariaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Lobaria pulmonaria and Lobaria hallii: An Overview

This page provides information about two lichen species: Lobaria pulmonaria (Tree Lungwort) and Lobaria hallii (Hall's Lung Lichen). Lichens are fascinating composite organisms formed through a symbiotic relationship between a fungus (specifically an ascomycete fungus) and a green alga.

Considerations for Pets

  • Dry Lobaria pulmonaria can be brittle.

Considerations for Children

  • Dry Lobaria pulmonaria can be brittle.

Quirky Facts

  • Lobaria pulmonaria is an indicator of ancient forests.
  • The Latin name of lichens, such as Lobaria pulmonaria, refers to the fungal species that forms the structural framework of the "organism".

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Scientific Name: Lobaria pulmonaria, Lobaria hallii
  • Common Names: Tree Lungwort, Lung Lichen, Hall's Lung Lichen, Gray Lung Lichen, Gray Lungwort Lichen, Veined Lung Lichen
  • Family: Lobariaceae
  • Kingdom: Fungi (for the fungal component of the lichen)
  • Synonyms/Related Species:
    • Lobaria linita
    • Lobaria kurokawae
    • Lobaria pseudopulmonaria
    • Lobaria hartmannii
    • Lobaria isidiophora

Distribution and Habitat

  • Lobaria pulmonaria is mentioned in connection to ancient forests.
  • Lobaria hallii is associated with the Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington.
  • Hall Creek.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Lobaria pulmonaria is described as a large and distinctive lichen.
  • Dry Lobaria pulmonaria is light in color and very brittle.
  • Hall's Lung Lichen is described as a foliose lichen.

Ecological Role

  • Lichens are sensitive to air pollution.
  • Lichens are considered nature's pioneers, capable of growing in various climates.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Lichens are symbiotic organisms. Lobaria pulmonaria is a composite organism containing an ascomycete fungus and a green alga living in symbiosis.

Traditional Uses

  • Historically, lichens, including Lobaria pulmonaria, have been used for treating lung diseases.

Further Information

  • Prentice Hall is referenced as a publisher of relevant books.
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) is mentioned.