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Dust Lichens

Lepraria

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Lecanoromycetes ›Order: Lecanorales ›Family: Stereocaulaceae ›

About

Lepraria is a genus of leprose crustose lichens that grows on its substrate like patches of granular, caked up, mealy dust grains. Members of the genus are commonly called dust lichens.:305 The main vegetative body (thallus) is made of patches of soredia (little balls of algae wrapped in fungus). There are no known mechaisms for sexual reproduction, yet members of the genus continue to speciate. Some species can form marginal lobes and appear squamulose.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dust Lichens?
The scientific name of Dust Lichens is Lepraria.
What kingdom does Dust Lichens belong to?
Dust Lichens belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Dust Lichens belong to?
Dust Lichens belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Dust Lichens belong to?
Dust Lichens belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does Dust Lichens belong to?
Dust Lichens belongs to the order Lecanorales.
What family does Dust Lichens belong to?
Dust Lichens belongs to the family Stereocaulaceae.