Peltigera canina
(Linn.) Willd.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPeltigera canina, commonly known as the dog lichen, is a widely distributed species of foliose lichen in the family Peltigeraceae. It was originally described by Carl Linnaeus in his 1753 work Species Plantarum. German botanist Carl Ludwig Willdenow transferred it to the genus Peltigera in 1787. This species is currently undergoing research as it is likely multiple species under one united name.
Description
Peltigera canina is a lichen found in temperate regions. It has been traditionally used as a food source.
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Edible Uses
The lichen is eaten as food.
Traditional Uses
A lichen used as food.
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Distribution
It us a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Britain, Europe, India, North America,
References (1)
- Ambasta, S.P. (Ed.), 2000, The Useful Plants of India. CSIR India. p 437
