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Iceland Lichen

Cetraria islandica

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Similar Species in Cetraria

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Cetraria ericetorum
Critically Endangered
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Cetraria sepincola
Vulnerable
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Sand-Loving Iceland Lichen
Cetraria arenaria
Not Evaluated
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Spiny Heath Lichen
Cetraria aculeata
Least Concern
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Striped Iceland Lichen
Cetraria laevigata
Not Evaluated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Iceland Lichen?
The scientific name of Iceland Lichen is Cetraria islandica. It belongs to the genus Cetraria.
What is the conservation status of Iceland Lichen?
Iceland Lichen (Cetraria islandica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Iceland Lichen live?
Iceland Lichen is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Iceland Lichen belong to?
Iceland Lichen (Cetraria islandica) belongs to the genus Cetraria, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.
Is Iceland Lichen endangered?
No, Iceland Lichen (Cetraria islandica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Iceland Lichen belong to?
Iceland Lichen (Cetraria islandica) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).
What are the closest relatives of Iceland Lichen?
The closest relatives of Iceland Lichen in the genus Cetraria include , , Sand-Loving Iceland Lichen, Spiny Heath Lichen, Striped Iceland Lichen.

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Cetraria — 6 Species

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Cetraria ericetorum
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Cetraria sepincola
VU
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Iceland Lichen
Cetraria islandica
LC
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Sand-Loving Iceland Lichen
Cetraria arenaria
NE 🐾
Spiny Heath Lichen
Cetraria aculeata
LC 🐾
Striped Iceland Lichen
Cetraria laevigata
NE
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