Trapeliopsis lichen
Scientific name: Trapeliopsis
Trapeliopsis lichen
Scientific name: Trapeliopsis
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Description
Trapeliopsis lichen is a lichen group known for its resilience and ability to thrive in harsh environments, including rocky surfaces and poor soils. Often appearing grayish or brownish, these lichens play a crucial role in ecosystem functioning by breaking down rocks into soil. Some species within this group are used as bioindicators to monitor air quality due to their sensitivity to pollution.
Species of Trapeliopsis lichen
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Lecanoromycetes Order
Baeomycetales Family
Trapeliaceae Genus
Trapeliopsis lichen