Reindeer cup lichen
Cladonia rangiferina
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About
Cladonia rangiferina, also known as reindeer cup lichen, reindeer lichen or grey reindeer lichen, is a light-coloured fruticose, cup lichen species in the family Cladoniaceae. It grows in both hot and cold climates in well-drained, open environments. Found primarily in areas of alpine tundra, it is extremely cold-hardy.
- Family
- Cladoniaceae
How to use it
Reindeer lichen is ecologically significant as it serves as a food source for reindeer and other herbivores in harsh climates. Additionally, it can be used in traditional medicine by some indigenous cultures, showcasing its importance beyond just being a fascinating organism.
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- Name
- Cladonia rangiferina
- Slug
- cladonia-rangiferina
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Family
- Cladoniaceae
- Genus
- Cladonia
- Species
- rangiferina
- Wikidata QID
- Q248744
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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