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Witches' Whiskers Lichen

Usnea florida

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (فطر)

Phylum

Ascomycota (فطريات زقية)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (لقنورانية)

Order

Lecanorales (لقنوريات)

Species

Usnea florida (Witches' Whiskers Lichen)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Witches' Whiskers Lichen?

The scientific name of Witches' Whiskers Lichen is Usnea florida. It belongs to the genus Usnea.

What is the conservation status of Witches' Whiskers Lichen?

Witches' Whiskers Lichen (Usnea florida) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Witches' Whiskers Lichen live?

Witches' Whiskers Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Witches' Whiskers Lichen belong to?

Witches' Whiskers Lichen (Usnea florida) belongs to the genus Usnea, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.

Is Witches' Whiskers Lichen endangered?

Yes, Witches' Whiskers Lichen (Usnea florida) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Witches' Whiskers Lichen belong to?

Witches' Whiskers Lichen (Usnea florida) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (فطر).

What are the closest relatives of Witches' Whiskers Lichen?

The closest relatives of Witches' Whiskers Lichen in the genus Usnea include Boreal Beard Lichen, , Bloody Beard, Warty Beard Lichen, Old Man'S Beard Lichen.