The lichen mealy pixie cup has a mealy appearance in the shape of a goblet. It is often used as a dye. It occurs in mossy areas, stumps, and humus-rich soils. Although it is common to all continents, it is particularly prevalent in the Sonoran areas of California and Arizona.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 6 mm
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Mealy pixie cup
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Attributes of Mealy pixie cup
Cap Diameter
2 - 6 mm
Height
1 - 4.5 cm
Cap
2 - 6 mm wide; goblet shaped cups; brownish green to gray; with granular or powdery soredia
Stem
Widen gradually from the base; with small, granular soredia