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White Blanket

Cryptothecia striata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Ascomycota ›Class: Arthoniomycetes ›Order: Arthoniales ›Family: Arthoniaceae ›Genus: Cryptothecia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White Blanket?
The scientific name of White Blanket is Cryptothecia striata.
What kingdom does White Blanket belong to?
White Blanket belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does White Blanket belong to?
White Blanket belongs to the phylum Ascomycota.
What class does White Blanket belong to?
White Blanket belongs to the class Arthoniomycetes.
What order does White Blanket belong to?
White Blanket belongs to the order Arthoniales.
What family does White Blanket belong to?
White Blanket belongs to the family Arthoniaceae.
What genus does White Blanket belong to?
White Blanket belongs to the genus Cryptothecia.

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