Lichen Podentia and Moss
These whimsical protrusions are the naughty parts of the lichen growing among the moss on this rock. Nudge, Nudge – Wink, Wink. Podentia are the fruiting bodies erected for spore dispersal.
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Frost lingering in the shade is about to lose it’s grip on the moss. You know you live a bit north when you think a day is pretty warm and frost still lingers in the shade during late afternoon.
I know what’s coming and somewhat surprised we haven’t gotten a taste of it yet. Jack Frost may be getting a little heavy handed but at least Old Man Winter hasn’t shown his face so far.
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A close look at a Pixie Cup. That reminds me I need to wash out my coffee travel mug.
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A miniature rock garden of moss and lichen.
A tough niche for a fern.
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November 19th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
You are back, and how does your “giant artwork” look like currently?
November 20th, 2009 at 12:09 am
So Pretty(-: Hope you are having a nice week(-:
November 20th, 2009 at 11:00 pm
Excellent!
November 22nd, 2009 at 3:31 pm
These are gorgeous, gorgeous photos. I’m glad to see someone else appreciates lichens, moss, etc.
November 24th, 2009 at 11:20 am
I love the little things hidden on the ground, especially ferns, mosses, and lichens. Happy Thanksgiving.
November 27th, 2009 at 10:58 pm
What a charming view of a miniature world. Love the pixie cups.