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needle lichen

Scientific Name: Chaenotheca gracillima

Family: Coniocybaceae

Category: Lichen

Growth: Lichenous

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Needle Lichen

The term "Needle Lichen" refers to several species within the genus Chaenotheca, particularly those belonging to the family Coniocybaceae. They are also known as "pin lichens."

Considerations for Pets

  • Pine needles are mentioned as a background for lichen, and in the context of biomonitoring.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chaenotheca (with several species identified, such as Chaenotheca brunneola, Chaenotheca stemonea, Chaenotheca chrysocephala, and Chaenotheca ferruginea)
  • Common Name: Needle Lichen, Pin Lichen
  • Family: Coniocybaceae
  • Synonyms: Coniocybe furfuracea (L.) Ach.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text mentions lichens found in various locations including:
    • Southern (vicinity of oil refinery)
    • Greater Sonoran Desert Region
    • Eastern Canada
    • San Rossore park (Italy)
    • Five parks, including Emerald Lake in Sequoia, Mills Lake in

Morphological Characteristics

  • The term "needle" refers to the shape of the lichen.
  • Lichens appear as a "green-grey growth."

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Lichens are a combination of a fungus and a green algae or a blue-green algae.
  • Lichens can grow on pine needles and tree trunks.

Further Information

  • Lichen Flora of the Greater Sonoran Desert Region
  • Catalogue of Life: 2012 Annual Checklist
  • ResearchGate (for lichen biomonitoring data)