Graphis scripta

Graphis scripta is a crustose lichen in the family Graphidaceae. It is commonly called script lichen, secret writing lichen, or similar names, because its growth pattern makes it looks like writing.[1][2] Stigmidium microspilum and Arthonia graphidicola are associated lichenicolous fungi.[2] It is variable with either curved or stellate apothecia. The margins are carbonaceous and raised, without furrows. Mature spores are without color, but become brown with age.[2]

Graphis scripta
Graphis scripta (lirellae)
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Fungi
Division: Ascomycota
Class: Lecanoromycetes
Order: Graphidales
Family: Graphidaceae
Genus: Graphis
Species:
G. scripta
Binomial name
Graphis scripta
(L.) Ach. (1809)
Synonyms
  • Lichen scriptus L. (1753)

References
  1. The Deeper Teachings of Plant Life, Hugh Macmillan
  2. Graphis scripta, Holton Lee, October 2012, Dorset Nature


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