Felt lichen is a unique fungus that forms a partnership with algae to exist as a dual organism. This symbiosis allows it to live in various environments, often found on soil, rocks, and wood. Felt lichen has a distinctive appearance with leaf-like lobes which can vary in color based on moisture and light conditions.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Felt lichen
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Attributes of Felt lichen
Spore Print Color
Colorless to pale brown
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Body Color
Brown
Black
Yellow
Red
Gray
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
