Pertusariaceae
Scientific name: Pertusariaceae
Pertusariaceae
Scientific name: Pertusariaceae
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Description
Pertusariaceae is a family of fungi that you can observe growing as whitish crust-like layers on the outside of rocks or trees. These fungi are lichens that exist in a symbiotic relationship with bacteria or algae, which allows them to grow together and survive in difficult conditions.
Species of Pertusariaceae
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