Rhode Island's Foliose and Fruticose Lichens
Flenniken, Don. 2003. Rhode Island's Foliose and Fruticose Lichens with Emphasis on the Nature Conservancy Preserves and Related Lands. Rhode Island Natural History Survey, Kingston, RI.
 
Peltigera canina (L.) Willd.

Habitat and Substrate: Shaded to open areas, on soil and among mosses on rocks and tree bases.

Rhode Island Status: Collected once.

Pollution Tolerance: Sensitive, especially to ozone.

Collection Site(s): Big River Wildlife Management Area, West Greenwich (#5552, #5555, #5556).

Notes: Previously reported in Rhode Island by Bennett (1888).

 

 
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