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Golden Moonglow Lichen

Dimelaena oreina

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Lecanoromycetes ›Order: Caliciales ›Family: Caliciaceae ›Genus: Dimelaena

About

Dimelaena oreina (golden moonglow lichen) is a greenish yellow placodioid lichen. The color of the greenish yellow thallus is derived from usnic acid in the cortex.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden Moonglow Lichen?
The scientific name of Golden Moonglow Lichen is Dimelaena oreina.
What kingdom does Golden Moonglow Lichen belong to?
Golden Moonglow Lichen belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Golden Moonglow Lichen belong to?
Golden Moonglow Lichen belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Golden Moonglow Lichen belong to?
Golden Moonglow Lichen belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does Golden Moonglow Lichen belong to?
Golden Moonglow Lichen belongs to the order Caliciales.
What family does Golden Moonglow Lichen belong to?
Golden Moonglow Lichen belongs to the family Caliciaceae.
What genus does Golden Moonglow Lichen belong to?
Golden Moonglow Lichen belongs to the genus Dimelaena.