Xanthoparmelia neowyomingica

Xanthoparmelia neowyomingica is a rock shield lichen which belongs to the Xanthoparmelia genus. The lichen is uncommon and is listed as endangered by the Nature Conservatory.

Description
Grows on soil with firm lobes that are 3–4 cm in diameter and yellowish green in color. Lobes are approximately 0.8–2 mm wide and are convoluted and branched at the tips. Moderately to densely packed pale brown rhizines on the underside that are 0.5-1.0mm long.

Habitat and range
Found in the North American southwest including the US states of Montana, Colorado, and Wyoming.