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Candelariella reflexa
This lichen has small, sometimes continuous, granules that become covered in bright yellow soredia giving it a fluffy appearance.
On the bark of shaded, nutrient-rich trees. Often found at lower levels where dogs urinate.
All year round.
Widespread and common in Britain.
Common in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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Species profile
- Species group:
- Lichens
- Kingdom:
- Fungi
- Order:
- Candelariales
- Family:
- Candelariaceae
- Records on NatureSpot:
- 9
- First record:
- 01/03/2012 (Nicholls, David)
- Last record:
- 03/04/2023 (Calow, Graham)
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