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particular cracked lichen
Scientific Name: Acarospora particularis
Family: Acarosporaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Particular Cracked Lichen (Acarospora particularis)
The Particular Cracked Lichen, scientifically known as Acarospora particularis, is a fascinating lichen species that exhibits a distinctive cracked surface. Read on to discover more about this unique organism.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- This lichen is characterized by a cracked surface.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acarospora particularis H. Magn.
- Common Name: Particular Cracked Lichen
- Family: Acarosporaceae
- Rank: Species
- Symbol: ACPA7
General Information
- Group: Lichen
- Type: Lichenous
Morphological Characteristics
- The thallus (body) of the lichen is thin and pale greenish-yellow in color with a cracked surface.
Habitat and Distribution
- Some species are highly adapted to particular ecological niches, such as dry underhangs on old oak trees, or cracks and crevices of desert boulders.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Lichens, including Acarospora particularis, can grow alongside other organisms such as algae, mosses, and other lichens like citrina (yellow) and a Caloplaca (orange-brown).
- They often inhabit cracks and surface irregularities of trees and rocks.