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Igniar's dotted lichen

Scientific Name: Bacidia igniarii

Family: Bacidiaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Igniar's Dotted Lichen (Bacidia igniarii)

Learn about Igniar's Dotted Lichen (Bacidia igniarii), a fascinating lichen species. This page provides information on its classification, distribution, and other interesting facts gleaned from various botanical resources.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bacidia igniarii (Nyl.) Oksner
  • Common Name: Igniar's Dotted Lichen
  • Family: Bacidiaceae
  • Kingdom: Fungi
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: Bacidia illudens (Nyl.) Lynge

Distribution and Habitat

  • This lichen has been observed in the United States and Australia.
  • Oxner's "Flora of Lichens of the Ukraine" is a resource regarding this lichen.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Bacidia igniarii is described as a lichenous plant, referring to its growth habit.

Resources and Further Information

  • USDA PLANTS database: Provides a profile of Bacidia igniarii.
  • North American Lichen Checklist (Mar. 2008).
  • Flora of Lichens of the Ukraine by Oxner, A.N. (1968).
  • lichenportal.org offers further information.