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Star Rosette Lichen

Physcia stellaris

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

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Caliciales (Caliciales)

Species

Physcia stellaris (Star Rosette Lichen)

Similar Species in Physcia

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American Rosette Lichen

Physcia americana

Not Evaluated

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Beaded Rosette Lichen

Physcia tribacia

Not Evaluated

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Black-Eyed Rosette Lichen

Physcia phaea

Endangered

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Blue-Gray Rosette Lichen

Physcia caesia

Least Concern

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Southern Grey Physcia

Physcia tribacioides

Not Evaluated

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Powder-Tipped Rosette Lichen

Outward-Looking Rosette Lichen

Physcia alnophila

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Star Rosette Lichen?

The scientific name of Star Rosette Lichen is Physcia stellaris. It belongs to the genus Physcia.

What is the conservation status of Star Rosette Lichen?

Star Rosette Lichen (Physcia stellaris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Star Rosette Lichen live?

Star Rosette Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as 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 Star Rosette Lichen belong to?

Star Rosette Lichen (Physcia stellaris) belongs to the genus Physcia, which is part of the taxonomic family Physciaceae.

Is Star Rosette Lichen endangered?

Yes, Star Rosette Lichen (Physcia stellaris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Star Rosette Lichen belong to?

Star Rosette Lichen (Physcia stellaris) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (फफूंद).

What are the closest relatives of Star Rosette Lichen?

The closest relatives of Star Rosette Lichen in the genus Physcia include American Rosette Lichen, Beaded Rosette Lichen, Black-Eyed Rosette Lichen, Blue-Gray Rosette Lichen, Southern Grey Physcia.