description Anaptychia ciliaris Overview
Anaptychia ciliaris is a foliose lichen with grey-brown, branching lobes and conspicuous dark cilia along the margins. It commonly grows on tree bark and can also occur on exposed rock, particularly in areas with suitable light and air movement. The species has been recorded across parts of Europe and other temperate regions and is recognized by its ciliate lobe edges.
help Anaptychia ciliaris FAQ
How can I recognize Anaptychia ciliaris?
Look for grey-brown branching foliose lobes with conspicuous dark cilia along the margins. The cilia are the feature that most clearly separates Anaptychia ciliaris from many smoother-edged foliose lichens.
Where does Anaptychia ciliaris grow?
It commonly grows on tree bark and can also occur on exposed rock where light and air movement are suitable. The species has been recorded across parts of Europe and other temperate regions.
What does ciliaris mean in Anaptychia ciliaris?
The name refers to the eyelash-like cilia that project from the lobe margins. Those dark marginal hairs are a useful field character when comparing the lichen with other grey-brown branching species.
Is Anaptychia ciliaris a crustose or foliose lichen?
It is foliose, so its thallus forms leaf-like lobes rather than a crust tightly embedded in rock. Its branching lobes and marginal cilia give it a more three-dimensional appearance than Ochrolechia tartarea.
explore Explore More
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
