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Ground Frost Lichen

Physconia muscigena

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Lecanoromycetes ›Order: Caliciales ›Family: Physciaceae ›Genus: Physconia

About

Physconia muscigena is a species of lichen in the family Physciaceae. It exhibits a foliose growth form with lobes that are generally ascending and concave at the tips. The upper cortex is grey-brown to brown in color and often mostly to completely pruinose (or covered in calcium oxalate crystals known as pruina).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ground Frost Lichen?
The scientific name of Ground Frost Lichen is Physconia muscigena.
What kingdom does Ground Frost Lichen belong to?
Ground Frost Lichen belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Ground Frost Lichen belong to?
Ground Frost Lichen belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Ground Frost Lichen belong to?
Ground Frost Lichen belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does Ground Frost Lichen belong to?
Ground Frost Lichen belongs to the order Caliciales.
What family does Ground Frost Lichen belong to?
Ground Frost Lichen belongs to the family Physciaceae.
What genus does Ground Frost Lichen belong to?
Ground Frost Lichen belongs to the genus Physconia.