Thelocarpaceae
Scientific name: Thelocarpaceae
Thelocarpaceae
Scientific name: Thelocarpaceae
Description
Thelocarpaceae is a family of lichens that primarily grow on rocks or soil in temperate and arctic regions. These lichens are known for their tiny, often inconspicuous fruiting bodies. Some species in this group have a unique ability to grow on metal-rich substrates, including old mine tailings. Their thallus, or body, is typically crustose, forming a thin, crust-like layer on the surface they inhabit.