Psilolechia leprosa
Psilolechia leprosa
Description
A pale yellowy-green crustose lichen.
Recording advice
Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.
Habitat
Grows on rocks.
When to see it
All year round.
UK Status
Widespread in England and Wales, less common in Scotland.
VC55 Status
Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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MAP KEY:
Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020
UK Map
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