Sulcaria badia
grooved beard lichen
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Family: Parmeliaceae
Conservation status: CNPS 4.2
Sulcaria badia (grooved beard lichen) is a California plant in the Parmeliaceae 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 Sulcaria badia belong to?
Sulcaria badia is in the Parmeliaceae family, genus Sulcaria.
Is Sulcaria badia rare or endangered?
Sulcaria badia 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 2026-10-07
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