Graphis scripta
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| Graphis scripta (lirellae) | |
Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Fungi |
| Division: | Ascomycota |
| Class: | Lecanoromycetes |
| Order: | Graphidales |
| Family: | Graphidaceae |
| Genus: | Graphis |
| Species: | G. scripta
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| Graphis scripta | |
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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
- ^ NatureServe. "Graphis scripta". NatureServe Explorer. Arlington, Virginia. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
- ^ The Deeper Teachings of Plant Life, Hugh Macmillan
- ^ a b c Graphis scripta, Holton Lee, October 2012, Dorset Nature