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spike lichen

Scientific Name: Calicium parvum

Family: Caliciaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Spike Lichen

Spike Lichen is a common name applied to several species within the *Calicium* genus. These lichens are found in various locations and habitats. This page compiles information regarding these species, including nomenclature, classification, and ecological details.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some lichens may be found on trees or other surfaces that pets could potentially interact with.
  • The text mentions "tiny spikes" on some lichens, which could present a minor physical hazard.

Considerations for Children

  • The text mentions "tiny spikes" on some lichens, which could present a minor physical hazard.

Scientific Names and Common Names

  • Common Name: Spike Lichen, Adequate Spike Lichen
  • Scientific Names:
    • *Calicium hyperelloides* Nyl.
    • *Calicium abietinum* Pers.
    • *Calicium salicinum* Pers.
    • *Calicium glaucellum*
    • *Calicium chlorosporum* F. Wilson
    • *Calicium corynellum* (Ach.) Ach.
    • *Calicium adaequatum* Nyl.
    • *Calicium adspersum*
    • *Calicium parvum*
    • *Calicium trabinellum*
    • *Calicium viride*

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Kingdom: Fungi (inferred)
  • Family: Caliciaceae
  • Group: Lichen
  • Rank: Species
  • Symbol: CALIC, CASA21
  • Synonym: *Calicium hemisphaericum* Howard

Distribution and Habitat

  • Found in the Balkan Peninsula, but considered rare.
  • May indicate pine forest environments.
  • Observed growing on walls, headstones, and old buildings in graveyards.
  • Observed in Chiricahua National Monument.
  • Observed in Landgoed Staverden.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Some varieties are gray with tiny spikes.
  • Growth habit: Lichenous

Further Information

  • Catalogue of Life: 2012 Annual Checklist
  • Lichen Flora of the Greater Sonoran Desert Region, State University, Tempe
  • USDA