
Kidney lichens
Scientific name: Nephroma
Kidney lichens
Scientific name: Nephroma


Description

Kidney lichens is a lichen group known for its unique, kidney-shaped lobes. These lichens often grow on the bark of trees or on rocks in moist, forested areas. Kidney lichens has a special relationship with cyanobacteria, which enables them to fix atmospheric nitrogen, benefiting the surrounding ecosystem. Some species within this group can change color when wet, adding to their fascinating nature.

Species of Kidney lichens


Scientific Classification

Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Lecanoromycetes Order
Peltigerales Family
Nephromataceae Genus
Kidney lichens