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American Sunrise

Brigantiaea leucoxantha

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Lecanoromycetes ›Order: Teloschistales ›Family: Brigantiaeaceae ›Genus: Brigantiaea

About

Brigantiaea leucoxantha is a species of crustose lichen in the family Brigantiaeaceae. It was first described as a new species by German botanist Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel in 1820, as Lecidea leucoxantha. Rolf Santesson and Josef Hafellner transferred it to the genus Brigantiaea in 1982.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Sunrise?
The scientific name of American Sunrise is Brigantiaea leucoxantha.
What kingdom does American Sunrise belong to?
American Sunrise belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does American Sunrise belong to?
American Sunrise belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does American Sunrise belong to?
American Sunrise belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does American Sunrise belong to?
American Sunrise belongs to the order Teloschistales.
What family does American Sunrise belong to?
American Sunrise belongs to the family Brigantiaeaceae.
What genus does American Sunrise belong to?
American Sunrise belongs to the genus Brigantiaea.