Peltigera gowardii
western waterfan lichen
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Family: Peltigeraceae
Conservation status: CNPS 4.2
Peltigera gowardii (western waterfan lichen) is a California plant in the Peltigeraceae family.
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Identification and appearance
Key characters: Differentiators are not available at this time.
Conservation status
CNPS 4.2
How to tell it apart
Differentiators are not available at this time.
Frequently asked questions
What plant family does Peltigera gowardii belong to?
Peltigera gowardii is in the Peltigeraceae family, genus Peltigera.
Is Peltigera gowardii rare or endangered?
Peltigera gowardii carries California Rare Plant Rank 4.2, state rank S3.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: CDFW CNDDB
Last updated 2026-09-17
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