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Family Lecanoraceae

The Family Lecanoraceae is a group of lichen-forming fungi that belongs to the order Lecanorales. Lecanoraceae is a diverse family comprising numerous genera and species that are widely distributed worldwide. These fungi grow in a variety of habitats, including forests, mountains, deserts, and even on rocks and trees.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A taxonomic family of lichen-forming fungi.

Example sentence: The family Lecanoraceae includes several species commonly found on tree bark.

Sense 2:

Noun: The lichens belonging to the family Lecanoraceae collectively.

Example sentence: The abundance of family Lecanoraceae lichens in this area indicates its ecological significance.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of the family Lecanoraceae.

Example sentence: The family Lecanoraceae exhibits a remarkable diversity of lichen morphology.

Sense 4:

Adjective: Known or occurring mainly within a specific family.

Example sentence: This species of lichen is considered family Lecanoraceae as its primary habitat is on tree branches.