Treeflute lichen is known for its unique bark-like appearance, which often extensively covers the trunks and branches of trees in the forests where it thrives. It forms large, leafy patches that can be grey-green to brown in color. This species is part of a broader family characterized by their symbiotic relationship with algae, making them essential to the ecosystems they inhabit.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
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Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Treeflute lichen
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Attributes of Treeflute lichen
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Body Color
Black
Green
Gray
Blue
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.