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Flowery Lichen

Usnea florida

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Lecanoromycetes ›Order: Lecanorales ›Family: Parmeliaceae ›Genus: Usnea

About

Usnea florida is a species of beard lichen in the family Parmeliaceae. It was first described by Carl Linnaeus in his 1753 work Species Plantarum. German botanist Friedrich Heinrich Wiggers transferred it to the genus Usnea in 1780. It is considered a threatened or vulnerable species in several European countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Flowery Lichen?
The scientific name of Flowery Lichen is Usnea florida.
What kingdom does Flowery Lichen belong to?
Flowery Lichen belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Flowery Lichen belong to?
Flowery Lichen belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Flowery Lichen belong to?
Flowery Lichen belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does Flowery Lichen belong to?
Flowery Lichen belongs to the order Lecanorales.
What family does Flowery Lichen belong to?
Flowery Lichen belongs to the family Parmeliaceae.
What genus does Flowery Lichen belong to?
Flowery Lichen belongs to the genus Usnea.