Myriospora rufescens
Myriospora rufescens
Alternative names
Acarospora rufescens
Description
A brown, crustose lichen which is made up of tiny 'islands' (aureoles).
Similar Species
Very similar to Acarospora fuscata and needs to be distinguished chemically.
Identification difficulty
Habitat
Silica-rich rocks.
When to see it
All year.
UK Status
Uncommon
VC55 Status
Uncommon
David Nicholls
Ratby church
05 March 2026
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