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Parmeliaceae

Parmeliaceae

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A large group of lichens that grow on trees and rocks worldwide
  • noun
  • /pɑrˌmɛliˈeɪʃiˌi/
  • Specialized
: Parmeliaceae
  • The Parmeliaceae family includes many types of lichens.

Examples

  • The Parmeliaceae are known for their diverse and widespread lichen species.

  • Researchers are studying the Parmeliaceae to better understand their role in forest ecosystems.

  • Many woodland trees are home to members of the Parmeliaceae family.

  • Did you know that Parmeliaceae can thrive in harsh environments?

  • Many woodland trees are home to members of the Parmeliaceae family.

  • Researchers are studying the Parmeliaceae to better understand their role in forest ecosystems.

  • The Parmeliaceae are known for their diverse and widespread lichen species.

Surface Forms

Parmeliaceae singular
Parmeliaceae plural

Morphology

Parmeliaceae = Parmelia (opaque) = Parmelia + aceae

Formed by adding the technical taxonomic suffix '-aceae' to the genus name 'Parmelia', a derivation that requires specialized biological knowledge and is not transparently understood by general learners.

Etymology

Parmeliaceae comes from the name of the lichen group Parmelia, a name linked to a word for 'small shield' because many of these lichens look like little shields. The ending -aceae means 'family' in plant and fungus names, just like Rosaceae is the rose 'family', so Parmeliaceae is the 'Parmelia' family of lichens.