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Script Lichen - Graphis scripta *I&#039;m not totally sure about the ID yet.  It could also be  Phaeographis inusta.<br />
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The pinkish orange bits are probably Trentepohlia algae. <br />
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Habitat: Deciduous tree Geotagged,Graphis scripta,Summer,United States,lichen,script lichen Click/tap to enlarge

Script Lichen - Graphis scripta

*I'm not totally sure about the ID yet. It could also be Phaeographis inusta.

The pinkish orange bits are probably Trentepohlia algae.

Habitat: Deciduous tree

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  1. Fantastic lichen ,but it reminds me of the fake Dead Sea scrolls. Posted 5 years ago
    1. I like to think of it as lichen handwriting ;). Posted 5 years ago

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''Graphis scripta'' is a crustose lichen in the Graphidaceae family. It is commonly called script lichen, secret writing lichen, or similar names, because its growth pattern makes it looks like writing. ''Stigmidium microspilum'' and ''Arthonia graphidicola'' are associated lichenicolous fungi. It is variable with either curved or stellate apothecia. The margins are carbonaceous and raised, without furrows. Mature spores are without color, but become brown with age.

Similar species: Ostropales
Species identified by Christine Young
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Uploaded Mar 31, 2020. Captured Sep 21, 2019 10:05 in 91 Main St, Sharon, CT 06069, USA.
  • Canon EOS 80D
  • f/4.5
  • 1/64s
  • ISO400
  • 100mm