Platismatia glauca

Foliaceous lichen with broad, ascending lobes and half-wavy margins. The upper surface is light gray and also bluish or greenish (when damp). In exposed areas it is usually brown. The lower surface is black, brown or white (tone morphosis), especially towards the margin.

WHERE TO FIND IT IN AROUCA GEOPARK

Breeding Season January-December

Dimension Stalk: 1-6 cm

Habitat On leafy branches, in woods and open areas.

Platismatia glauca  © Avelino Vieira

Platismatia glauca © Avelino Vieira

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