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Imshaug's disc lichen
Scientific Name: Buellia imshaugii
Family: Physciaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Other Names:
Imshaug's Disc Lichen
Explore the fascinating world of Imshaug's Disc Lichen, a unique lichen species with a rich history and intriguing characteristics. This page provides a comprehensive overview of Buellia imshaugii, including its classification, distribution, and more.
Scientific Name and Common Names
- Scientific Name: Buellia imshaugii Hafellner
- Common Name: Imshaug's Disc Lichen
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Kingdom: (Implied: Fungi, based on being a lichen)
- Family: Physciaceae
- Rank: Species
- Symbol: BUIM2
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Growth Habit: Lichenous
- Ascospores: Broadly ellipsoid, 6.3-8 x 3.8-5.2 µm, light brown to dark red brown.
- Apothecia (Discs): Black, epruinose, plane, soon becoming convex, up to 2-2.5 mm diam. Disc dark to black.
Distribution and Habitat
Implied to be found in North America, with collections made in West Indian lichens and the Greater Sonoran Desert Region, Silver Falls State Park, Pacific Islands and other areas.
Related Species
- Buellia amphidexia Imshaug ex R.C. Harris – disc lichen
- Buellia capitis-regnum W.A. Weber – disc lichen
Quirky Facts
- Imshaug's Disc Lichen is named in honor of Henry A. Imshaug, who extensively studied lichens and made significant contributions to lichenology, including revisions of West Indian lichens based on collections from 1952-53.
Further Information
- Examination of lichen collections housed at MSC (likely a university herbarium).
- References: ABRS, Yale University Press