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pyrenothrix lichen

Scientific Name: Pyrenothrix

Family: Pyrenotrichaceae

Category: Lichen

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Pyrenothrix nigra

Pyrenothrix nigra, also known as black pyrenothrix lichen, is a species of lichen in the genus Pyrenothrix.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Pyrenothrix nigra Riddle, 1917
  • Rank: Species
  • Family: Pyrenothrichaceae (according to some classifications, also Mycoporaceae or Naetrocymbaceae)
  • Order: Chaetothyriales
  • Synonyms:
    • Lichenothrix Henssen (in part, according to some sources referencing synonymy with Lichenothrix riddlei)

Distribution and Habitat

This lichen has been found in Mexico, as indicated by research focusing on the foliicolous lichen flora of Mexico. The GBIF database also records occurrences in Arizona State University Lichen Collection and Australia's Virtual Herbarium.

Ecological Role

Pyrenothrix nigra is a foliicolous lichen, meaning it grows on leaves. It is a lichen-forming fungus.

Morphological Characteristics

Pyrenothrix nigra is described as a sterile filamentous lichen. The original description refers to "figures" (presumably illustrations) that further detail its morphology.

Quirky Facts

  • The genus Pyrenothrix was established by Riddle in 1917, based on this single species.

Further Information

Additional information about Pyrenothrix nigra can be found in:

  • Botanical Gazette, Volume 64 (original species description)
  • GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility)
  • Arizona State University Lichen Collection
  • Australia's Virtual Herbarium