Rediscovery of Cladonia cinerella Ahti (Cladoniaceae) in Everglades National Park

A century after its initial discovery, the lichen Cladonia cinerella Ahti was rediscovered within Everglades National Park. This rare species, previously absent from North American lichen checklists, was found in a large colony deep inside the park. The study provides additional observations and photographic documentation to supplement Ahti's original description, proposing its inclusion in regional lichen inventories. The research highlights the significance of this rediscovery, which occurred precisely 101 years after the original collection, emphasizing the importance of thorough field surveys in uncovering overlooked biodiversity within protected areas.

Seavey, F. (2010). Rediscovery of Cladonia cinerella Ahti (Cladoniaceae) in Everglades National Park. The Bryologist, 113(4), 739–741. https://doi.org/10.1639/0007-2745-113.4.739