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bryocaulon lichen

Scientific Name: Bryocaulon pseudosatoanum

Family: Parmeliaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Bryocaulon Lichen

This page provides information about Bryocaulon, a genus of lichenized fungi.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that the thallus of Bryocaulon is fragile.
  • Bryocaulon divergens thallus is described as branching.

Scientific and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Bryocaulon (genus)
  • Common Names: Bryocaulon Lichen, Arctic Pretzel Lichen, Heath Foxhair Lichen, Northern Foxhair Lichen
  • Bryocaulon divergens is a specific species within the genus.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Kingdom: Fungi (as lichenized fungi)
  • Family: Parmeliaceae
  • Bryocaulon is a genus.
  • Synonyms:
    • For Bryocaulon divergens: Alectoria divergens, Coelocaulon divergens
  • Other species mentioned: Bryocaulon pseudosatoanum, Bryocaulon hyperborea

Distribution and Habitat

  • Bryocaulon has a widespread distribution in north temperate regions.
  • It can be found on tundra.
  • Specific locations mentioned include: Machu Picchu (Peru), Eagle Summit in Fairbanks, Alaska, USA, and Estados Unidos.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The thallus is fruticose (shrub-like).
  • It is erect, branching, fragile, and shining.
  • Color ranges from dark-red-brown to blackish-brown.
  • Height: 5-8 cm tall.
  • Main axes are up to 2 mm thick.
  • Branches are dichotomous (forking).
  • Branches have raised features.

Ecological Role

  • Bryocaulon, along with other lichens like Alectoria, Cetraria, and Cladonia, serves as forage for animals.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Used as forage by animals.

Historical and Traditional Uses

  • Bryocaulon spp. and other Alectoria-like and Usnea-like beard lichens are called "Lappo" by the Saami people of northern Scandinavia.

Resources and Further Information

  • Lichens of North America by Brodo, I.M., Sharnoff, S.D. and Sharnoff, S. (2001).
  • Catalogue of Life
  • USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)
  • ResearchGate
  • Suomen jklopas (Lichen Flora of Finland)
  • Nordic Lichen Flora