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Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen

Punctelia appalachensis

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About

The Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen (Punctelia appalachensis) is a species in the genus Punctelia. Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Punctelia appalachensis (Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen)

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Moondust Speckled Lichen

Powdered Speckled Shield Lichen

Punctelia subrudecta

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Powdered Speckleback Lichen

Punctelia perreticulata

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Rough Speckled Shield Lichen

Punctelia rudecta

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Eastern Speckled Shield Lichen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen?

The scientific name of Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen is Punctelia appalachensis. It belongs to the genus Punctelia.

Where does Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen live?

Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen is found in Distributed across Norway and United States.. Countries include Norway, United States.

What family does Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen belong to?

Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen (Punctelia appalachensis) belongs to the genus Punctelia, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.

What kingdom does Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen belong to?

Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen (Punctelia appalachensis) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen?

The closest relatives of Appalaches Appalachian Speckled Shield Lichen in the genus Punctelia include Moondust Speckled Lichen, , , Powdered Speckled Shield Lichen, Powdered Speckleback Lichen.