Lecanoraceae (Noun)
Meaning
A fungus family of the division Lichenes.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Lecanoraceae family is a diverse group of lichens found in various habitats worldwide.
- Members of the Lecanoraceae family are commonly known as crustose lichens due to their growth habit.
- The Lecanoraceae family includes several species that are widely distributed across the Arctic tundra.
- Lichens belonging to the Lecanoraceae family often form symbiotic relationships with green algae or cyanobacteria.
- Some species within the Lecanoraceae family have been found to possess unique secondary metabolites with potential medicinal applications.