Whitewash Lichen

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States.

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Ostropales (Ostropales)

Family

Phlyctidaceae

Genus

Phlyctis

Species

Phlyctis argena (Whitewash Lichen)

Similar Species in Phlyctis

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Bark Whitewash

Phlyctis boliviensis

Not Evaluated

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Phlyctis agelaea

Vulnerable

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Eggshell Rock Blaze

Phlyctis petraea

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Whitewash Lichen?

The scientific name of Whitewash Lichen is Phlyctis argena. It belongs to the genus Phlyctis.

What is the conservation status of Whitewash Lichen?

Whitewash Lichen (Phlyctis argena) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Whitewash Lichen live?

Whitewash Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Whitewash Lichen belong to?

Whitewash Lichen (Phlyctis argena) belongs to the genus Phlyctis, which is part of the taxonomic family Phlyctidaceae.

Is Whitewash Lichen endangered?

No, Whitewash Lichen (Phlyctis argena) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Whitewash Lichen belong to?

Whitewash Lichen (Phlyctis argena) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Whitewash Lichen?

The closest relatives of Whitewash Lichen in the genus Phlyctis include Bark Whitewash, , Eggshell Rock Blaze.