Ramalina polymorpha (Lilj.) Ach. is a fungus in the Ramalinaceae family, order Lecanorales, kingdom Fungi. Not known to be toxic.

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Ramalina polymorpha (Lilj.) Ach.

Ramalina polymorpha (Lilj.) Ach.

Ramalina polymorpha is a strap lichen native to Europe with scattered occurrences in North America, studied for potential pharmaceutical or supplement use.

Family
Genus
Ramalina
Order
Lecanorales
Class
Lecanoromycetes

About Ramalina polymorpha (Lilj.) Ach.

Ramalina polymorpha (Lilj.) Ach. is a species of strap lichen. It is native to Europe, and also occurs scattered in North America. Studies have examined the oxidative and cytogenetic effects of water extract from Ramalina polymorpha when applied to human blood cells, to assess its potential for use in the pharmaceutical industry or as a dietary supplement.

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Taxonomy

Fungi Ascomycota Lecanoromycetes Lecanorales Ramalinaceae Ramalina

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