(Cladonia symphycarpa) — Critically Endangered

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Cladonia symphycarpa

Critically Endangered

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Cladonia symphycarpa is a crustose to squamulose lichen with small, flat lobes and red apothecia characteristic of Cladonia. It grows on calcareous soils and rocky outcrops in temperate European grasslands and open habitats. This lichen is considered critically rare and is sensitive to habitat loss from grassland abandonment and intensification.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Cladonia symphycarpa ()

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Cladonia symphycarpa. It belongs to the genus Cladonia.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Cladonia symphycarpa) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does belong to?

(Cladonia symphycarpa) belongs to the genus Cladonia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cladoniaceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Cladonia symphycarpa) 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 belong to?

(Cladonia symphycarpa) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Cladonia include , , , , .