Parmeliaceae Hypotrachyna revoluta sens. str. Growth type foliose Chemical results: Medulla K-, C+ red, KC+ red, P-, UV- or dull orange Cortex K+ yellow Occurs on nutrient-rich trees and rocks. Very similar to H. afrorevoluta but less frequent in western areas. Whitish-grey thallus, the raised marginal lobes with concolorous fine, terminal soredia. Lower surface of lobes paler than those of H. afrorevoluta, rhizines sparse, not extending to margins. Apothecia rare, photo below. Associated lichenicolous fungi include Cladophialophora parmeliae

Hypotrachyna revoluta sens. str.
December 2012 and 2013