Lecanora epibryon
Lecanora epibryon is a species of crustose lichen. It is known from Europe, New Zealand, and Antarctica.
Description
The thallus is thin and white. The apothecia are crowded and yellow to black.Range
This species is known from New Zealand and Antarctica. The lectotype is from Mt Tapuaenuku.Habitat
This lichen is graminicolous and terricolous.Taxonomy
Lecanora epibryon contains the following subspecies:Lecanora epibryon subsp. xanthophoraLecanora epibryon subsp. brocchaBoth of these species are considered Not Threatened under the New Zealand Threat Classification System.
The nominate subspecies is found in Europe, among other places. In the original description, it is noted as being found in Austria and Switzerland.