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Fruiticose Lichen

Usnea sp.

Habitat:

This specimen was observed in a County nature Preserve and had been blown from most likely a Pine or Oak tree from a previous night's high wind from a front that moved through the area. The area where it was found is a mix of trees consisting of Pine, Oak, and other growth. Shade is heavy and the trees are tightly growing together. There is a high concentration of various types/species of lichen in this area.

1 Species ID Suggestions

arlanda
arlanda 10 years ago
Usnea florida
Usnea florida Irish lichens - Usnea florida


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1 Comment

arlanda
arlanda 10 years ago

Nice lichen! It looks like Usnea florida to me!!

Ric3
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Ric3

USA

Spotted on Apr 13, 2013
Submitted on Apr 13, 2013

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