(Xanthoparmelia verruculifera) — Near Threatened

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Xanthoparmelia verruculifera

Near Threatened

About

Xanthoparmelia verruculifera is a foliose lichen with yellowish-green, irregularly lobed thallus that grows on exposed siliceous rocks and soil in open habitats. It contains usnic acid and other secondary metabolites that protect against UV radiation and desiccation. Near Threatened, this species faces pressure from habitat degradation, soil disturbance, and air pollution in its range.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Schlauchpilze)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Xanthoparmelia verruculifera ()

Similar Species in Xanthoparmelia

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Peppered Rock Shield

Xanthoparmelia conspersa

Least Concern

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Cumberland Rock Shield

Xanthoparmelia cumberlandia

Not Evaluated

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Plitt'S Rock Shield

Xanthoparmelia plittii

Not Evaluated

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Shingled Rock Shield

Xanthoparmelia stenophylla

Least Concern

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Xanthoparmelia mougeotii

Xanthoparmelia tinctina

Least Concern

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Xanthoparmelia loxodes

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Xanthoparmelia verruculifera. It belongs to the genus Xanthoparmelia.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Xanthoparmelia verruculifera) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does belong to?

(Xanthoparmelia verruculifera) belongs to the genus Xanthoparmelia, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Xanthoparmelia verruculifera) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Xanthoparmelia include Peppered Rock Shield, Cumberland Rock Shield, Plitt'S Rock Shield, Shingled Rock Shield, .