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Jacob's dotted lichen
Scientific Name: Bacidia jacobi
Family: Bacidiaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
Duration:
Other Names:
Jacob's Dotted Lichen (Bacidia jacobi)
This page provides information about Jacob's Dotted Lichen, including its scientific classification, common names, and other interesting facts.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions lichens in general, and some species are known to contain compounds that may be irritating or toxic if ingested by pets.
Considerations for Children
- The text mentions lichens in general, and some species are known to contain compounds that may be irritating or toxic if ingested by children.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Bacidia jacobi (Tuck.) Hasse
- Common Name: Jacob's dotted lichen
- Rank: Species
- Family: Bacidiaceae
- Group: Lichen
- Symbol: BAJA, BAKI, BABI8
Distribution and Habitat
- The text mentions the lichen being found in the United States and Australia.
- It is associated with environments having thin soils and sparse vegetation.
Morphological Characteristics
- Jacob's dotted lichen is described as lichenous in structure and growth habit.
Ecology
- Lichens like Bacidia jacobi can play a role in trapping moisture and nutrients, influencing the microclimate around them.
Quirky Facts
- The lichen's name is associated with a Marc Jacobs fragrance called "Dot."
Further Resources
- United States Department of Agriculture
- Plantilla:Plantae Mundi/Fuentes/ACNW
- Lichen Flora of the Greater Sonoran Desert Region, Vol. 2