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Abrothallus peyritschii
Scientific Name: Abrothallus peyritschii
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Abrothallus peyritschii
Abrothallus peyritschii is a species of lichenicolous fungus (fungus that grows on lichens) belonging to the genus Abrothallus. It has been the subject of much research and documentation across various databases and institutions.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Abrothallus peyritschii (Stein) Kotte
- Basionym: Abrothallus parmeliarum var. peyritschii Stein
- Family: Lecanoraceae (though Leptosphaeriaceae is also mentioned, this could be outdated or a different classification)
- Phylum: Ascomycota
- Synonyms: Abrothallus parmeliarum var. peyritschii Stein is listed as a synonym.
Distribution and Habitat
This species is known to be present in the Greater Sonoran Desert, Siberia and Himachal Pradesh. It appears in varied environments, suggesting a broad distribution.
Ecological Role
Abrothallus peyritschii is a parasymbiont, specifically a lichenicolous fungus. This means it lives on and derives nutrients from other lichens. It has been observed growing on Cetraria and Platismatia glauca, among others.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Abrothallus peyritschii parasitizes various lichens, including species within the genera Cetraria and Platismatia.
- It is mentioned in connection with other lichenicolous fungi like Arthonia apotheciorum and Lichenostigma cosmopolites.
Further Information
For more information, you can consult the following resources:
- Index Fungorum
- Encyclopedia of Life
- GBIF (GBIF ID: 3475392)
- Discover Life
- NatureServe Explorer