Pink earth lichen is noted for its pink discs and preference for disturbed land. The pink discs of pink earth lichen grow upon petite stalks. Has a bushy or coral like growth structure and can be mistaken for British Soldiers, which have a red tip.
Cap Diameter:
1 - 4 mm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Pink earth lichen
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Attributes of Pink earth lichen
Cap Diameter
1 - 4 mm
Cap
Cap 1 - 4 mm in diameter; bulbous; pink
Stem
No taller than 6 mm; grey or white, pinkish tinge
Spore Print Color
Black
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Gray
White
Pink
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
