Evernia mesomorpha, commonly known as boreal oakmoss, is a species of fruticose lichen belonging to the family Parmeliaceae. It is characterized by a shrubby, yellow-green thallus with angular branches and coarse soredia on the ridges.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Boreal Oakmoss being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Phylum
- Ascomycota
- Class
- Lecanoromycetes
- Order
- Lecanorales
- Family
- Parmeliaceae
- Genus
- Evernia
- Species
- Evernia mesomorpha
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