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Peppered Rock-shield

Xanthoparmelia conspersa

Taxonomy

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

About

Xanthoparmelia conspersa (peppered rock-shield) is a foliose lichen.:134 Rosettes are 4–12 cm in diameter. The thallus may be appressed to the substrate or may be loosely attached.:134 Secondary metabolites found in Xanthoparmelia conspersa include usnic acid, hyposalazinic acid, stictic and norstictic acid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Peppered Rock-shield?
The scientific name of Peppered Rock-shield is Xanthoparmelia conspersa.
What is the conservation status of Peppered Rock-shield?
The Peppered Rock-shield has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Peppered Rock-shield belong to?
Peppered Rock-shield belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Peppered Rock-shield belong to?
Peppered Rock-shield belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Peppered Rock-shield belong to?
Peppered Rock-shield belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does Peppered Rock-shield belong to?
Peppered Rock-shield belongs to the order Lecanorales.
What family does Peppered Rock-shield belong to?
Peppered Rock-shield belongs to the family Parmeliaceae.
What genus does Peppered Rock-shield belong to?
Peppered Rock-shield belongs to the genus Xanthoparmelia.