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Iceland moss
A species of Cetraria lichen, Also known as Curly iceland lichen, Iceland lichen Scientific name : Cetraria islandica Genus : Cetraria lichen
Iceland moss, A species of Cetraria lichen
Also known as:
Curly iceland lichen, Iceland lichen
Scientific name: Cetraria islandica
Genus: Cetraria lichen
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Description
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It is often of a pale chestnut color, but varies considerably, being sometimes almost entirely greyish-white; and grows to a height of from 3 to 4 in., the branches being channelled or rolled into tubes, which end in flattened lobes with fringed edges.
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Colors
Brown
Green
Habitat
Damp places, usually on rocks and the bark of trees, especially conifers
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General Info
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Habitat
Damp places, usually on rocks and the bark of trees, especially conifers
Growth Form
Mycorrhizal, parasitic
Sporocarp Height
2-17 cm
Endangered Species
No
Smell
Bitter
Species Status
Common
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Lecanoromycetes Order
Lecanorales Family
Parmeliaceae Genus
Cetraria lichen Species
Iceland moss