Family Parmeliaceae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of lichens.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The lichen, also known as Xanthoparmelia conspersa, is part of the family Parmeliaceae.
- This large group of foliose lichens falls under the family Parmeliaceae, containing a vast number of different species.
- Research suggests the unique composition and structural traits seen in members of the family Parmeliaceae enable a significant variety of these organisms.
- Classification as members of the family Parmeliaceae are guided by DNA testing that pinpoints characteristics particular to that lichen grouping.
- Cetraria aculeata belongs to the large and varied family Parmeliaceae.