Tar-spot Lichen
Placynthiella uliginosa (Schrader) Coppins & P. James
Tar-spot Lichen: https://marylandbiodiversity.com/species/4789
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Description

Placynthiella uliginosa can be found in the same habitat as Placynthiella oligotropha and the two species often grow together. Placynthiella oligotropha has larger, pale brown granules when wet.

Where To Find

Placynthiella forms mats in dry, sandy habitats. It can be found on the Coastal Plain of Maryland on inland dunes.

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