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horizontal pelt lichen

Peltigera horizontalis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Lecanoromycetes ›Order: Peltigerales ›Family: Peltigeraceae ›Genus: Peltigera

About

Peltigera horizontalis is a species of lichen in the family Peltigeraceae. It was first described by British botanist William Hudson in 1762 as Lichen horizontalis. German botanist Johann Christian Gottlob Baumgarten transferred it to the genus Peltigera in 1790.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of horizontal pelt lichen?
The scientific name of horizontal pelt lichen is Peltigera horizontalis.
What kingdom does horizontal pelt lichen belong to?
horizontal pelt lichen belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does horizontal pelt lichen belong to?
horizontal pelt lichen belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does horizontal pelt lichen belong to?
horizontal pelt lichen belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does horizontal pelt lichen belong to?
horizontal pelt lichen belongs to the order Peltigerales.
What family does horizontal pelt lichen belong to?
horizontal pelt lichen belongs to the family Peltigeraceae.
What genus does horizontal pelt lichen belong to?
horizontal pelt lichen belongs to the genus Peltigera.