Graphis scripta

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Graphis scripta
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Graphis scripta (lirellae)
Status TNC G5.svg
Secure  (NatureServe) [1]
Scientific classification OOjs UI icon edit-ltr.svg
Kingdom: Fungi
Division: Ascomycota
Class: Lecanoromycetes
Order: Graphidales
Family: Graphidaceae
Genus: Graphis
Species:
G. scripta
Binomial name
Graphis scripta
(L.) Ach. (1809)
Synonyms
  • Lichen scriptusL. (1753)

Graphis scripta is a crustose lichen in the family Graphidaceae. It is commonly called script lichen, secret writing lichen, or similar names, because its growth pattern makes it looks like writing. [2] [3] Stigmidium microspilum and Arthonia graphidicola are associated lichenicolous fungi. [3] It is variable with either curved or stellate apothecia. The margins are carbonaceous and raised, without furrows. Mature spores are without color, but become brown with age. [3]

References

  1. NatureServe. "Graphis scripta". NatureServe Explorer. Arlington, Virginia. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
  2. The Deeper Teachings of Plant Life, Hugh Macmillan
  3. 1 2 3 Graphis scripta, Holton Lee, October 2012, Dorset Nature