Ramalina


Ramalina is a genus of greenish fruticose lichens that grow in the form of flattened, strap-like branches. Members of the genus are commonly called strap lichens or cartilage lichens. Apothecia are lecanorine.
Lichen spot tests on the cortex are K-, C-, KC+ dark yellow, and P-.
It is in the Ramalinaceae and in the suborder Lecanorineae.

Distribution

The genus has a widespread distribution and contains over 240 species.

Species