lecanoroid

/lɛkəˈnɔːraɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the family of crustose lichens, specifically those that resemble the genus Lecanora.

“The lecanoroid species found in the forest were of particular interest to the mycologist.”

Synonyms

  • crustose lichen
  • lichenoid

Antonyms

  • glossy lichen
  • lichens with broad apothecia