The Lichen Genus Staurothele in North America
Thomson JW. 1991. The Lichen Genus Staurothele in North America. The Bryologist. 94(4):351-367
ABSTRACT: Seventeen species of Staurothele are reportedfrom North America. Ofthese S. effigurata Thorns., S. orispruinosa Thorns., S. rugosa Thorns., and S. verruculosa Thorns. are new to science. The description of S. lecideoides Bouly de Lesd. is emended. A key to species, descriptions, maps, photographs, and discussions are provided. Extensive synonymies combine a number of previously reported species. The shape of the hymenial algae is not accepted as a taxonomic criterion.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Thomson, John
- Units
- ARCH , BADL , BIBE , CARE , COLM , CRLA , DENA , DINO , GLAC , GRCA , GRSM , ISRO , PEFO , ROMO , SAGU , THRO , VOYA , ZION
- Keywords
- APHN, Appalachian Highlands Network, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, GRSM, GRSM-01411, lichen, SER, Southeast Region, Staurothele