Appalachian Shield Lichen

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The Appalachian Shield Lichen (Parmelia neodiscordans) is a species in the genus Parmelia. 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)

Family

Parmeliaceae

Genus

Parmelia

Species

Parmelia neodiscordans (Appalachian Shield Lichen)

Similar Species in Parmelia

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Bottle Brush Shield Lichen

Parmelia squarrosa

Least Concern

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Hammered Shield Lichen

Parmelia sulcata

Least Concern

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Parmelia ernstiae

Least Concern

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Parmelia serrana

Data Deficient

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Parmelia submontana

Least Concern

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Salted Shield Lichen

Parmelia saxatilis

Least Concern

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Smoky Crottle

Parmelia omphalodes

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Appalachian Shield Lichen?

The scientific name of Appalachian Shield Lichen is Parmelia neodiscordans. It belongs to the genus Parmelia.

Where does Appalachian Shield Lichen live?

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

What family does Appalachian Shield Lichen belong to?

Appalachian Shield Lichen (Parmelia neodiscordans) belongs to the genus Parmelia, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.

What kingdom does Appalachian Shield Lichen belong to?

Appalachian Shield Lichen (Parmelia neodiscordans) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Appalachian Shield Lichen?

The closest relatives of Appalachian Shield Lichen in the genus Parmelia include Bottle Brush Shield Lichen, Hammered Shield Lichen, , , .