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rimmed lichen

Scientific Name: Aspicilia verrucigera

Family: Hymeneliaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Rimmed Lichen (Aspicilia spp.)

The term "rimmed lichen" refers to various lichen species within the genus Aspicilia. This page provides information compiled from various sources referencing different types of rimmed lichens.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Genus: Aspicilia A. Massal.
  • Family: Hymeneliaceae
  • Kingdom: Fungi (Lichens are a symbiotic partnership between a fungus and algae)
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names:
    • Lecanora reptans (for Aspicilia reptans)
    • Lecanora ryrkaipiae (for Aspicilia reptans)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Found on limestone rock, such as in the valley of the Dry Frio River.
  • Observed at Sagehen Creek Basin, CA.
  • Observed in Olonne-sur-Mer, Vendee, Pays de la Loire, France.
  • Found in Ireland.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Crustose lichens often exhibit a rim surrounding their cup-shaped apothecia (fruiting bodies).

Species Examples:

  • Aspicilia reptans: Also known as Rimmed Lichen.
  • Aspicilia calcarea: Also known as Calcareous Rimmed Lichen.
  • Aspicilia annulata: Also known as Rimmed Lichen
  • Lecanactis salicina: Also known as old wood rimmed lichen.
  • Aspicilia quartzitica: Also known as Quartzite Rimmed Lichen.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Lichens are a symbiotic combination of fungi and green algae or blue-green algae.