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arthothelium lichen
Scientific Name: Arthothelium pruinascens
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Arthothelium: A Genus of Lichen-Forming Fungi
Arthothelium is a genus of lichen-forming fungi belonging to the Arthoniaceae family. Commonly referred to as "Arthothelium Lichen," these organisms are found worldwide and encompass a variety of species.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arthothelium
- Rank: Genus
- Family: Arthoniaceae
- Class: Arthoniomycetes
- Phylum: Lichens
Synonyms
- Arthothelium ilicinum var. reagens
- Arthothelium reagans
Distribution and Habitat
- Arthothelium species are widespread, with many species found in various locations.
- Specific species have been recorded in regions such as:
- Singapore
- Taiwan
- India
- Galapagos Islands
- Spain (Valencian Community)
- North America (north of Mexico)
- They often inhabit woodlands, particularly on the bark of trees like Beech and Rowan. Hazelwoods provide suitable habitats for some species.
- Some are corticolous (growing on bark).
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Growth Habit: Lichenous
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Arthothelium are dual organisms consisting of both an alga (or cyanobacterium) and a fungus.
- Phorophytes (plants that support other plants) affect the presence of epiphytic lichens such as Arthothelium.
- They can be found in association with other lichens, such as Arthonia.
- Some species are foliicolous, growing on leaves.
Quirky Facts
- One species, Arthothelium ruanum, is referred to as the "Jaguar-spot comma lichen".
Further Information
- EOL (Encyclopedia of Life) has more information available about Arthothelium pruinascens.
- Macoun's Arthothelium Lichen (Arthothelium macounii) plants and seeds are available to buy online and offline.