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ruffled freckled pelt lichen

Peltigera leucophlebia

Taxonomy

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

About

Peltigera leucophlebia is a lichenized fungus in the family Peltigeraceae. It is commonly called Ruffled Freckled Pelt. This and other species in the genus contain a green algae in the genus Coccomyxa and also cyanobacteria in the genus Nostoc as symbionts.

Frequently Asked Questions

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