In the rain the Hoary Rosette Lichen turns from grey to a vivid turquoise-blue. A beautiful little patch on a big old tree.
In the rain the Hoary Rosette Lichen turns from grey to a vivid turquoise-blue. A beautiful little patch on a big old tree.
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Usnea(old man's beard) is a very useful lichen. It's been used for wound care because of it's antimicrobial properties, as well as treating urinary tract infections, athletes foot etc. Usnea is also a good indicator of air quality as it's sensitive to the environment, and of course makes a good fire starter.
Powdery Sunburst Lichen (Xanthomendoza ulophyllodes) this morning