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Netted shield lichen

Parmelia sulcata

Taxonomy

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

About

Net-marked parmelia (Parmelia sulcata), or shield lichen, is a foliose lichen in the family Parmeliaceae. It is very tolerant of pollution and has a cosmopolitan distribution, making it one of the most common lichens. It harbours a unicellular Trebouxia green algal symbiont.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Netted shield lichen?
The scientific name of Netted shield lichen is Parmelia sulcata.
What kingdom does Netted shield lichen belong to?
Netted shield lichen belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Netted shield lichen belong to?
Netted shield lichen belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Netted shield lichen belong to?
Netted shield lichen belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does Netted shield lichen belong to?
Netted shield lichen belongs to the order Lecanorales.
What family does Netted shield lichen belong to?
Netted shield lichen belongs to the family Parmeliaceae.
What genus does Netted shield lichen belong to?
Netted shield lichen belongs to the genus Parmelia.