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Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen

Cladonia deformis

Vulnerable

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.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (грибы)

Phylum

Ascomycota (аскомицеты)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (леканоромицеты)

Order

Lecanorales (леканоровые)

Species

Cladonia deformis (Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen)

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Black-Footed Reindeer Lichen

Cladonia stygia

Endangered

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Branched Pixie-Cup Lichen

Cladonia ramulosa

Least Concern

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Branching Pixie Pebblehorn Lichen

Cladonia decorticata

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen?

The scientific name of Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen is Cladonia deformis. It belongs to the genus Cladonia.

What is the conservation status of Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen?

Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen (Cladonia deformis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen live?

Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen 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 Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen belong to?

Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen (Cladonia deformis) belongs to the genus Cladonia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cladoniaceae.

Is Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen endangered?

Yes, Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen (Cladonia deformis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen belong to?

Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen (Cladonia deformis) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (грибы).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen?

The closest relatives of Lesser Sulphur-Cup Lichen in the genus Cladonia include Black-Footed Reindeer Lichen, Branched Pixie-Cup Lichen, Branching Pixie Pebblehorn Lichen, British Soldier Lichen, .