Common button lichen (Buellia stillingiana) (black ... Common button lichen (Buellia stillingiana) (black) together with Lecanora on hackberry(?) tree in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. Washington, Texas, November 24, 2020On a black hackberry tree at the Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site in Washington, Texas, the common button lichen (Buellia stillingiana) thrives alongside other species of lichens. This photograph was taken on November 24, 2020, capturing the intricate details and textures of these fascinating organisms. - generated by AI The lichen and its host tree are showcased in a photograph from Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site in Washington, Texas. The common button lichen (Buellia stillingiana), distinguished by its black coloration, grows alongside Lecanora on a hackberry tree. The image reveals the intricate details of the lichens and their host tree. Buellia stillingiana is characterized by its small, circular shape, while Lecanora forms larger, more irregular patches. The lichens are attached to the bark of the hackberry tree, which exhibits a rough texture with visible cracks. The photograph provides an excellent example of how lichens can grow on various surfaces, including trees, and highlights their unique characteristics and habitats. – AI vision |
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