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Salted Ruffle Lichen

Parmotrema crinitum

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Norway, Portugal, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Schlauchpilze)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Parmotrema crinitum (Salted Ruffle Lichen)

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Arnold'S Parmotrema Lichen

Parmotrema arnoldii

Critically Endangered

Perforated Ruffle Lichen

Parmotrema perforatum

Least Concern

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Black Sheet Lichen

Parmotrema reticulatum

Parmotrema hypoleucinum

Not Evaluated

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Powder-Edged Ruffle Lichen

Parmotrema stuppeum

Not Evaluated

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Powdered Ruffle Lichen

Parmotrema hypotropum

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Salted Ruffle Lichen?

The scientific name of Salted Ruffle Lichen is Parmotrema crinitum. It belongs to the genus Parmotrema.

What is the conservation status of Salted Ruffle Lichen?

Salted Ruffle Lichen (Parmotrema crinitum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Salted Ruffle Lichen live?

Salted Ruffle Lichen is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Norway, Portugal, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Salted Ruffle Lichen belong to?

Salted Ruffle Lichen (Parmotrema crinitum) belongs to the genus Parmotrema, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.

Is Salted Ruffle Lichen endangered?

Yes, Salted Ruffle Lichen (Parmotrema crinitum) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Salted Ruffle Lichen belong to?

Salted Ruffle Lichen (Parmotrema crinitum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of Salted Ruffle Lichen?

The closest relatives of Salted Ruffle Lichen in the genus Parmotrema include Arnold'S Parmotrema Lichen, Black Stone Flower, Perforated Ruffle Lichen, Black Sheet Lichen, Old Gray Ruffles.