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Arthopyrenia taxodii

Scientific Name: Arthopyrenia taxodii

Family: Arthopyreniaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Arthopyrenia taxodii

Arthopyrenia taxodii is a lichen species first described by R.C. Harris. Common names include Shell Lichen.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Arthopyrenia taxodii R.C. Harris
  • Kingdom: Fungi
  • Phylum: Ascomycota (Sac fungi, yeasts, and relatives)
  • Family: Arthopyreniaceae
  • Genus: Arthopyrenia A. Massal.

Distribution and Habitat

Arthopyrenia taxodii is found in Florida, specifically Escambia County, and grows on the bark of Taxodium trees.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The ascomata (fruiting bodies) are immersed in the bark of Taxodium trees with a broad clypeus (shield-like structure).
  • It has microconidia measuring 7-8 x (units not specified).

Ecology and Habitat

Arthopyrenia taxodii grows on Taxodium trees.

Interactions with Other Organisms

Arthopyrenia taxodii is a lichen, which is a symbiotic association between a fungus and an alga or cyanobacterium.

Further Information

  • Discover Life: Discover Life
  • Encyclopedia of Life: Encyclopedia of Life (No direct page available)
  • GBIF: GBIF