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Mustard kidney lichen

Nephroma laevigatum

Critically Endangered

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 Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Peltigerales (Peltigerales)

Species

Nephroma laevigatum (Mustard kidney lichen)

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Fringed kidney lichen

Nephroma helveticum

Critically Endangered

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Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mustard kidney lichen?

The scientific name of Mustard kidney lichen is Nephroma laevigatum. It belongs to the genus Nephroma.

What is the conservation status of Mustard kidney lichen?

Mustard kidney lichen (Nephroma laevigatum) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mustard kidney lichen live?

Mustard kidney lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered 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 Mustard kidney lichen belong to?

Mustard kidney lichen (Nephroma laevigatum) belongs to the genus Nephroma, which is part of the taxonomic family Nephromataceae.

Is Mustard kidney lichen endangered?

Yes, Mustard kidney lichen (Nephroma laevigatum) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Mustard kidney lichen belong to?

Mustard kidney lichen (Nephroma laevigatum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (फफूंद).

What are the closest relatives of Mustard kidney lichen?

The closest relatives of Mustard kidney lichen in the genus Nephroma include Arctic Kidney Lichen, Fringed kidney lichen, Pimpled Kidney Lichen, Naked Kidney Lichen, Powdery Kidney Lichen.