Melanelixia fuliginosa
Description
Thallus dark green/brown to blackish brown, shining at the margins, older parts becoming clothed with dense, velvety isidia.
Similar Species
Until recently, this was considered as subspecies with Melanelixia glabratulata which is similar. However M. glabratulata is more green than brown and has pale green shining margins.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Siliceous rocks.
When to see it
All year.
UK Status
Widespread and locally common.
VC55 Status
Common in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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