(Leproplaca cirrochroa) — Near Threatened

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Leproplaca cirrochroa

Near Threatened

About

Leproplaca cirrochroa is a crustose lichen in the family Teloschistaceae, assessed as Near Threatened (NT). It grows on nutrient-enriched rock surfaces and tree bark, often in coastal or sheltered habitats. Like other members of the genus, it produces bright orange-yellow thalli from anthraquinone pigments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (nấm)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Teloschistales (Teloschistales)

Species

Leproplaca cirrochroa ()

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Leproplaca cirrochroa. It belongs to the genus Leproplaca.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Leproplaca cirrochroa) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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

What family does belong to?

(Leproplaca cirrochroa) belongs to the genus Leproplaca, which is part of the taxonomic family Teloschistaceae.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Leproplaca cirrochroa) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (nấm).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Leproplaca include .