Thrombium lichen
Scientific name: Thrombium
Thrombium lichen
Scientific name: Thrombium
Description
Thrombium lichen is a genus of lichens known for their crustose growth form, appearing as thin, crust-like layers on various surfaces. They are often found on bark, rocks, or soil in diverse habitats. These lichens typically have a dark-colored thallus and small, flask-shaped structures called perithecia that contain their reproductive spores. Thrombium lichen species play important roles in ecosystem processes and are indicators of environmental health.