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Crustose Thallus.
Crustose Thallus - as a noun
Thin crusty lichen thallus; adheres closely to or is embedded in the surface on which it grows
Example Sentences
"A crustose thallus is a type of lichen that grows closely attached to the substrate."
"The crustose thallus can be identified by its flat, crust-like appearance."
"The crustose thallus of the lichen helps it adhere to the rocks or bark."
"Some crustose thallus lichens have a gray or green coloration."
"The crustose thallus of the lichen can vary in thickness."