Star-tipped reindeer lichen
A species of Cup lichen, Also known as Star reindeer lichen Scientific name : Cladonia stellaris Genus : Cup lichen
Star-tipped reindeer lichen, A species of Cup lichen
Also known as:
Star reindeer lichen
Scientific name: Cladonia stellaris
Genus: Cup lichen
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Description
It can be confused with the species Cladonia portentosa (Dufour) Coem. although the latter does not have a rounded contour.
Colors
Green
Gray
Habitat
Forest, rocky, wetland
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General Info
Habitat
Forest, rocky, wetland
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal
Sporocarp Height
4-10 cm
Endangered Species
No
Spore Print
White
Distribution Area
North America,continental Europe,northern Asia
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Lecanoromycetes Order
Lecanorales Family
Cladoniaceae Genus
Cup lichen Species
Star-tipped reindeer lichen