Parmotrema pseudoreticulatum Parmeliaceae
Parmotrema pseudoreticulatum

Growth type foliose. Identification: Bryan Edwards, Vince Giavarini
Chemical results: Cortex K+ yellow.
Medulla K+ yellow > red, C-, KC+/- red, P+ orange-red, UV-

Distribution is currently unknown, but there are records from England, Scotland and Ireland.

Thicker thallus than P. reticulatum with thickened margin and a broad marginal zone without rhizines. Reticulation may be reduced, particularly in young specimens. Thin upright lobes with capitate soralia are absent.

Similar: Parmotrema reticulatum. Rhizines extend to lobe tips


Parmotrema pseudoreticulatum


Parmotrema pseudoreticulatum
Parmotrema pseudoreticulatum
Holton Lee, Dorset. March 2013

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