White script lichen
Graphis alboscripta
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About
Graphis alboscripta, commonly known as white script lichen, is a species of epiphytic lichen that is endemic to the west coast of Scotland. Nationally rare, its distribution is confined to hazel woodlands.
- Family
- Graphidaceae
How to use it
White script lichen plays an important role in its ecosystem as an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, particularly trees. It can contribute to the overall health of its host by providing a habitat for various microorganisms and insects, thus supporting biodiversity.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
In the kitchen
White script lichen is not eaten by humans. While lichens can be intriguing, many are not suitable for consumption, and this one is no exception.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
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- Name
- Graphis alboscripta
- Slug
- graphis-alboscripta
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Family
- Graphidaceae
- Genus
- Graphis
- Species
- alboscripta
- Wikidata QID
- Q5597214
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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