Cladonia Lichen Identification

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  1. nicholaschesworth

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    Hi there,
    I'm an ethnobotanist from SFU, I'm attempting to identify this lichen. I am under the impression it is of the Cladonia genus, but I can't seem to find the species. Can anyone help, please?
     

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  2. Frog

    Frog Generous Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Hi Nicholas,

    It looks like a Bird's Nest fungi, such as Nidula or Cyathus.

    Here's a link to the local key for this group
    http://www.svims.ca/council/Bird%27s.htm

    I would love to hear about any ethnobotanical uses of Cladonia species!

    cheers
    -frog
     
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    I think Frog's got it, but there's certainly some Cladonias with somewhat similar-looking cups. "Lichens of North America" continues to amaze me with its magnificent photos.
     
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