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rimmed lichen
Scientific Name: Aspicilia laevata
Family: Hymeneliaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Rimmed Lichen (Aspicilia)
The term "Rimmed Lichen" refers to various species within the genus Aspicilia. This lichen is associated with multiple common names depending on the specific species, such as Calcareous Rimmed Lichen for Aspicilia calcarea and Contorted Rimmed Lichen for Aspicilia contorta. Other species mentioned include Aspicilia reptans, Aspicilia annulata, and Aspicilia quartzitica.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Aspicilia A. Massal. (genus)
- Family: Hymeneliaceae
- Kingdom: Fungi (lichens are a symbiotic association, but the fungus defines the classification)
- Symbol: ASPIC2
- Synonyms: For Aspicilia reptans, synonyms include Lecanora reptans and Lecanora ryrkaipiae.
- The text also references lichens in the Lecanoraceae and Megasporaceae families.
Distribution and Habitat
- Specific locations mentioned include Sagehen Creek Basin, CA; the valley of the Dry Frio River; Olonne-sur-Mer, Vendee, Pays de la Loire, France; d'Ossoue, Pyrenees, France; Western France; and Lookout Mountain, Ochoco National Forest. This suggests a wide distribution across various regions.
- Primarily found on limestone rock and other rock surfaces.
Morphological Characteristics
- Crustose lichens, often with a rim surrounding the cup-shaped apothecia.
- Some species exhibit a jelly-like thallus when wet, which shrinks and becomes wrinkled when dry.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The text mentions wirework cloches used to protect plants from deer, rabbits, squirrels, and birds. While not directly related to the lichen, it indicates a common interaction between gardeners and wildlife that might affect lichen habitats.
- Also mentions Horn-rimmed snails found on lichens.
Further Information
- References various databases and resources such as MO (likely Missouri Botanical Garden), ToL (Tree of Life Web Project), BHL (Biodiversity Heritage Library), and WikiSpecies.
Note: Lichens are a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and algae (green or blue-green). They are often sensitive to environmental changes and can be indicators of air quality.