What is another word for pertusariaceae?
Pronunciation: [pətjˈuːsɑːɹˌɪe͡ɪsˌiː] (IPA) 
Pertusariaceae is a family of lichen-forming fungi that belong to the subclass Lecanoromycetidae within the class Lecanoromycetes. This family has around 600 species distributed widely across the world, and they are commonly found growing on bark, rocks, and soil. Synonyms for the word pertusariaceae include crust lichens, shield lichens, and foliose lichens. These synonyms describe the appearance of lichens that belong to this family and are characterized by a crusty or shield-like thallus, or a leafy and lobed thallus. Pertusariaceae are important ecological indicators of air quality and ecological stability, making them an essential group to study for understanding ecosystems and environmental change.
