Christmas lichen is a unique organism that prefers tropical climates, often found on tree bark and sometimes on leaves. This species is known for its colorful appearance, generally displaying red, pink, or green hues. It is characterized by its crust-like structure and patches that resemble a lichen. Christmas lichen contributes to the ecosystem by participating in nutrient cycles.
Cap Diameter:
2 - 10 cm
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Christmas lichen
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Attributes of Christmas lichen
Cap Diameter
2 - 10 cm
Cap
2 - 10 cm; felt-like; grayish to greenish white; ecorticate, dense, cottony; in the center covered by carmine red pseudisidia
