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Tumbleweed Shield Lichen

Xanthoparmelia chlorochroa

Taxonomy

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

About

Xanthoparmelia chlorochroa, commonly known as the tumbleweed shield lichen, or ground lichen, is a foliose lichen in the Parmeliaceae family. It is not fixed to a substrate, and blows around in the wind from location to location. It is used as a dye by Navajo rug weavers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tumbleweed Shield Lichen?
The scientific name of Tumbleweed Shield Lichen is Xanthoparmelia chlorochroa.
What kingdom does Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belong to?
Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belong to?
Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belong to?
Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belongs to the class Lecanoromycetes.
What order does Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belong to?
Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belongs to the order Lecanorales.
What family does Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belong to?
Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belongs to the family Parmeliaceae.
What genus does Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belong to?
Tumbleweed Shield Lichen belongs to the genus Xanthoparmelia.