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Cauliflower Foam Lichen

Stereocaulon botryosum

Least Concern

About

The Cauliflower Foam Lichen (Stereocaulon botryosum) is a species in the genus Stereocaulon. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe and North America and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Stereocaulon botryosum (Cauliflower Foam Lichen)

Similar Species in Stereocaulon

Stereocaulon evolutum

Endangered

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Cottontail Foam Lichen

Stereocaulon paschale

Critically Endangered

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Pixie Foam

Stereocaulon pileatum

Critically Endangered

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Rock Foam

Stereocaulon saxatile

Near Threatened

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Sandy soil foam

Stereocaulon condensatum

Near Threatened

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Variegated Foam Lichen

Stereocaulon vesuvianum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cauliflower Foam Lichen?

The scientific name of Cauliflower Foam Lichen is Stereocaulon botryosum. It belongs to the genus Stereocaulon.

What is the conservation status of Cauliflower Foam Lichen?

Cauliflower Foam Lichen (Stereocaulon botryosum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cauliflower Foam Lichen live?

Cauliflower Foam Lichen is found in Distributed across Colombia, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Colombia, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Cauliflower Foam Lichen belong to?

Cauliflower Foam Lichen (Stereocaulon botryosum) belongs to the genus Stereocaulon, which is part of the taxonomic family Stereocaulaceae.

Is Cauliflower Foam Lichen endangered?

No, Cauliflower Foam Lichen (Stereocaulon botryosum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Cauliflower Foam Lichen belong to?

Cauliflower Foam Lichen (Stereocaulon botryosum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (फफूंद).

What are the closest relatives of Cauliflower Foam Lichen?

The closest relatives of Cauliflower Foam Lichen in the genus Stereocaulon include Alpine Foam Lichen, , Cottontail Foam Lichen, Pixie Foam, Rock Foam.