Yari
Parmotrema reticulatum
Family: Parmeliaceae
What it is like
A lichen. It grows on Diospyros mespiliformis in Niger.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in full sunlight.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, Australia, India, Himalayas, Niger, North America, Sahel, USA, West Africa
How it is used for food
The lichen is used as a spice and flavouring.
Edible parts
Lichen
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Parmelia reticulata Taylor; Parmelia laevigata var. reticulata (Taylor) Linds.; Rimelia reticulata (Taylor) Hale & A. Fletcher;