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Rock Foam

Stereocaulon saxatile

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Stereocaulon saxatile (Rock Foam)

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Cauliflower Foam Lichen

Stereocaulon botryosum

Least Concern

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Stereocaulon evolutum

Endangered

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Cottontail Foam Lichen

Stereocaulon paschale

Critically Endangered

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Pixie Foam

Stereocaulon pileatum

Critically Endangered

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Sandy soil foam

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Near Threatened

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Variegated Foam Lichen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rock Foam?

The scientific name of Rock Foam is Stereocaulon saxatile. It belongs to the genus Stereocaulon.

What is the conservation status of Rock Foam?

Rock Foam (Stereocaulon saxatile) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Rock Foam live?

Rock Foam is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Rock Foam belong to?

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

What kingdom does Rock Foam belong to?

Rock Foam (Stereocaulon saxatile) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Rock Foam?

The closest relatives of Rock Foam in the genus Stereocaulon include Alpine Foam Lichen, Cauliflower Foam Lichen, , Cottontail Foam Lichen, Pixie Foam.