Cladonia uncialis
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About
Cladonia uncialis is a species of fruticose, cup lichen in the family Cladoniaceae. It was first described as a new species by Swedish taxonomist Carl Linnaeus in 1753. It was transferred to the genus Cladonia by Friedrich Heinrich Wiggers in 1780. In North America, the lichen is colloquially known as the thorn Cladonia or the thorn cup lichen.
- Family
- Cladoniaceae
How to use it
This lichen can be used in ecological studies to monitor air quality, as it is sensitive to pollution. Its presence indicates a healthy environment, making it valuable for conservation efforts. Additionally, it can be used in traditional crafts and as a natural dye in some cultures.
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- Name
- Cladonia uncialis
- Slug
- cladonia-uncialis
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Family
- Cladoniaceae
- Genus
- Cladonia
- Species
- uncialis
- Wikidata QID
- Q112879
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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