3,875 observationsLeast Concern
Crumpled Rag Lichen
Platismatia tuckermanii
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Fungi βΊPhylum: Ascomycota βΊClass: Lecanoromycetes βΊOrder: Lecanorales βΊFamily: Parmeliaceae βΊGenus: Platismatia
About
Platismatia tuckermanii is a species of corticolous (bark-dwelling), foliose lichen in the family Parmeliaceae. It is endemic to Eastern North America and is distinguished by its broad, loosely attached lobes and primarily sexual reproduction.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Crumpled Rag Lichen is Platismatia tuckermanii.
- Crumpled Rag Lichen belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
- Crumpled Rag Lichen belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
- Crumpled Rag Lichen belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
- Crumpled Rag Lichen belongs to the order Lecanorales.
- Crumpled Rag Lichen belongs to the family Parmeliaceae.
- Crumpled Rag Lichen belongs to the genus Platismatia.