Hapter

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Hapters are short, peg-like attachments of the lower surface of lichen to the substrate on which they grow. They are distinct from rhizines, which are more hair-like.[1]

Xanthoria elegans, species known to produce hapters

Hapters are characteristic of the common saxicolous species, Xanthoria elegans.[2]

References[]

  1. ^ McCune, B. & Geiser, L. Macrolichens of the Pacifica Northwest. 2nd Edition., Oregon State University Press. 2009.
  2. ^ Goward, Trevor (1994). Lichens of British Columbia. Part 1, Foliose and Squamulose Species. Province of British Columbia. pp. 139–140. ISBN 0-7726-2194-2.
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