(Cladonia mitis)
Glossary
Apothecia
An open, disk-shaped or cup-shaped, reproductive structure, with spore sacs on the upper surface, that produces spores for the fungal partner of a lichen.
Fruticose
Shrubby: referring to the growh form of lichens that may be tufted, draped, or stalked.
Podetium
The hollow stalk of the fruiting body of lichens in the genus Cladonia. Plural: podetia.
Thallus
The vegetative body of a lichen composed of both the alga and the fungus.
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Growing in full sun, feels crunchy and stiff. |
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Luciearl 8/2/2019 |
Location: Paul Bunyan Trail north of Pine River |
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Luciearl 8/29/2018 |
Location: Cass County Growing in full sun, feels crunchy and stiff. |
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Created: 9/1/2018
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