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Variegated Foam Lichen

Stereocaulon vesuvianum

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Stereocaulon vesuvianum (Variegated Foam Lichen)

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Cauliflower Foam Lichen

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Least Concern

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Cottontail Foam Lichen

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Critically Endangered

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Pixie Foam

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Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Variegated Foam Lichen?

The scientific name of Variegated Foam Lichen is Stereocaulon vesuvianum. It belongs to the genus Stereocaulon.

What is the conservation status of Variegated Foam Lichen?

Variegated Foam Lichen (Stereocaulon vesuvianum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Variegated Foam Lichen live?

Variegated Foam Lichen is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Variegated Foam Lichen belong to?

Variegated Foam Lichen (Stereocaulon vesuvianum) belongs to the genus Stereocaulon, which is part of the taxonomic family Stereocaulaceae.

What kingdom does Variegated Foam Lichen belong to?

Variegated Foam Lichen (Stereocaulon vesuvianum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Variegated Foam Lichen?

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