2 - MISC.
Rock Tripe Lichen
"Lasallia Pustulata".
A large, foliose species with conspicuous convex pustules across its surface
and dark margins .
Found on enriched rocks in upland regions.
The common name is a direct translation of tripe-de-roche, the French name for the lichen.
This lichen has been used for dyeing and also as a survival food in the Arctic
to ward off starvation.
The Lichens in this photo are about 2cm in Diameter.
Found at numerous locations on the Preseli Mountains , including - Carn Bica , Carn Sian .
Ref: 10501
Date: 26/07/2012
Location: Carn Bica
