Illosporiopsis christiansenii explained

Illosporiopsis christiansenii is a species of fungus that parasitizes lichen which is found in Europe and North America.^{[1] [2]} It was first described as Hobsonia christiansenii.

Description

Illosporiopsis christiansenii can be identified by its bright pink conidia, approximately 0.5–1 mm across and 0.2–2 mm high,^[3] which contrast strongly with the lichen it parasitizes.^[4] It is only known to reproduce asexually.

Distribution

Illosporiopsis christiansenii is found throughout Europe and North America.

Habitat

Illosporiopsis christiansenii parasitizes lichen, including Parmelia, Physcia and Xanthoria.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Illosporiopsis christiansenii . 27 January 2024 . iNaturalist.
2. Sikaroodi . Masoumeh . Lawrey . James D. . Hawksworth . David L. . Depriest . Paula T. . April 2001 . The phylogenetic position of selected lichenicolous fungi: Hobsonia, Illosporium, and Marchandiomyces . Mycological Research . 105 . 4 . 453–460 . 10.1017/S0953756201003768.
3. Web site: Claypole . Ann M. . Sisti . Michela L. . Napier . Di M. . Newbery . Fay . Effects of hydration on the reproductive structures of Illosporiopsis christiansenii – the reliability of a simple water-drop test in a binary field key . 27 January 2024 . British Lichen Society.
4. Web site: Illosporiopsis christiansenii . British Lichen Society.