Punctelia subrudecta
Description
This is a grey, leafy lichen which grows to around 7cm. It can appear much greener when wet. The smooth lobes are about 1cm wide and studded with white dots (punctiform soralia).
Habitat
Grows on a variety of trees and also on acid rocks and memorials.
When to see it
All year round.
UK Status
Most records come from the southern half of Britain and from Northern Ireland. It is widespread in both of these areas.
VC55 Status
Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Leicestershire & Rutland Map
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