Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Teloschistales (Teloschistales)

Family

Teloschistaceae

Genus

Polycauliona

Species

Polycauliona polycarpa (Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen)

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Shrubby Sunburst Lichen

Polycauliona candelaria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen?

The scientific name of Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen is Polycauliona polycarpa. It belongs to the genus Polycauliona.

What is the conservation status of Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen?

Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen (Polycauliona polycarpa) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen live?

Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen belong to?

Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen (Polycauliona polycarpa) belongs to the genus Polycauliona, which is part of the taxonomic family Teloschistaceae.

Is Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen endangered?

No, Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen (Polycauliona polycarpa) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen belong to?

Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen (Polycauliona polycarpa) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen?

The closest relatives of Pin-Cushion Sunburst Lichen in the genus Polycauliona include Shrubby Sunburst Lichen.