(Cetraria sepincola) — Vulnerable

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Cetraria sepincola

Vulnerable

About

Cetraria sepincola is a small foliose lichen in the family Parmeliaceae, assessed as Vulnerable (VU). It grows on the bark of shrubs and young trees, particularly in boreal and montane environments. Its vulnerable status reflects ongoing habitat loss and the sensitivity of this species to air quality and microclimate changes.

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 (Fungi)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Cetraria sepincola ()

Similar Species in Cetraria

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Cetraria ericetorum

Critically Endangered

Striped Iceland Lichen

Cetraria laevigata

Not Evaluated

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Sand-Loving Iceland Lichen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Cetraria sepincola. It belongs to the genus Cetraria.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Cetraria sepincola) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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 belong to?

(Cetraria sepincola) belongs to the genus Cetraria, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Cetraria sepincola) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Cetraria sepincola) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Cetraria include , Iceland Lichen, Spiny Heath Lichen, Striped Iceland Lichen, Sand-Loving Iceland Lichen.