Tar-spot Lichens in Worcester Co., Maryland (4/6/2013). Identified by Lance Biechele.

Photo by Jim Brighton MBP List

Tar-spot Lichen in Worcester Co., Maryland (6/12/2018).

View Record Details Photo by Wayne Longbottom MBP List

Tar-spot Lichen in Dorchester Co., Maryland (3/18/2018).

View Record Details Photo by Jim Brighton MBP List

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Description

Placynthiella uliginosa can be found in the same habitat as Placynthiella oligotropha and the two species often grow together. Placynthiella oligotropha has larger, pale brown granules when wet.

Where To Find

Placynthiella forms mats in dry, sandy habitats. It can be found on the Coastal Plain of Maryland on inland dunes.

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Tar-spot Lichens in Worcester Co., Maryland (4/6/2013). Identified by Lance Biechele. Media by Jim Brighton.

Tar-spot Lichen in Worcester Co., Maryland (6/12/2018). View Record Details Media by Wayne Longbottom.

Tar-spot Lichen in Dorchester Co., Maryland (3/18/2018). View Record Details Media by Jim Brighton.