(Stereocaulon evolutum) — Endangered

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Stereocaulon evolutum

Endangered

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Stereocaulon evolutum is a fruticose lichen in the family Stereocaulaceae, assessed as Endangered (EN). It forms erect, branched pseudopodetia with granular cephalodia containing nitrogen-fixing cyanobacterial partners. Its endangered status reflects sensitivity to habitat disturbance and air quality degradation.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Stereocaulon evolutum ()

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Cauliflower Foam Lichen

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Vulnerable

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Pixie Foam

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Rock Foam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Stereocaulon evolutum. It belongs to the genus Stereocaulon.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Stereocaulon evolutum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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

What family does belong to?

(Stereocaulon evolutum) belongs to the genus Stereocaulon, which is part of the taxonomic family Stereocaulaceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Stereocaulon evolutum) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Stereocaulon evolutum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Stereocaulon include , Alpine Foam Lichen, Cauliflower Foam Lichen, Cottontail Foam Lichen, Finger-scale foam lichen.