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rimmed lichen
Scientific Name: Aspicilia karelica
Family: Hymeneliaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
Duration:
Other Names:
Rimmed Lichen
The term "Rimmed Lichen" refers to several different species of lichen within various genera. This page compiles information regarding these lichens.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
- Family: Hymeneliaceae (for some Aspicilia species)
- Genus: Aspicilia, Rhizoplaca, Lecanora, Ochrolechia, Melanelixia, Caloplaca
- Synonyms: Some species may have synonyms such as Lecanora reptans and Lecanora ryrkaipiae for Aspicilia reptans.
Distribution and Habitat:
- Found in various locations including Ireland, California (Sagehen Creek Basin), France, and the valley of the Dry Frio River in Texas, and Idaho.
- Often found on limestone rock.
Morphological Characteristics:
- Crustose lichens with apothecia (cup-shaped structures) that may have a rim.
- Some species, like *Pannaria conoplea*, have a jelly-like thallus when wet that shrinks and wrinkles when dry.
- *Rhizoplaca* members are called rimmed navel lichens.
Interactions with Other Organisms:
- May provide habitat for snails.
Further Information:
- Referenced databases and resources include MO (likely Missouri Botanical Garden), ToL (Tree of Life Web Project), BHL (Biodiversity Heritage Library), and WikiSpecies.