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bullatina lichen
Scientific Name: Bullatina aspidota
Family: Gomphillaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
Duration:
Other Names:
Bullatina Lichen
Bullatina Lichen refers to a group of lichens, with Bullatina aspidota being one of the more frequently mentioned species. This page provides information compiled from various sources to offer a general overview.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: The name Bullatina is generally attributed to Vezda & Poelt, with many species now referencing (Vain.) Vezda & Poelt in their nomenclature.
- Accepted Scientific Name: Bullatina aspidota (Vain.) Vezda & Poelt is an accepted species. Another accepted species is Bullatina viridis.
- Common Name: Bullatina Lichen
- Rank: Species (for Bullatina aspidota)
- Kingdom: Plantae (though lichens are now classified within the Fungi kingdom)
- Family: Gomphillaceae (also Graphidaceae for Bullatina spp.)
- Synonyms/Former Names: Bullatina microcarpa (Vezda) Brusse is now classified as Gyalectidium microcarpum. Aspidota appears to be a former classification.
Distribution and Habitat
- Bullatina aspidota has been found in various locations, including:
- China (Yunnan)
- Costa Rica
- Singapore
- Vietnam
- Transkei Wild Coast (Southern Africa - a new species was identified here)
- It often grows on the leaves of rainforest undergrowth.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- The growth habit is described as lichenous.
- The thallus of Bullatina aspidota is divided into small sections.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Bullatina spp. are foliicolous lichens, meaning they colonize leaves.
Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Field Museum of Natural History (Botany)
- Interim Register of Marine and Nonmarine Genera