Graphis scripta

Graphis scripta is a crustose lichen in the family Graphidaceae. It is commonly called script lichen, secret writing lichen, or similar names, because its growth pattern makes it looks like writing.^[2][3] Stigmidium microspilum and Arthonia graphidicola are associated lichenicolous fungi.^[3] It is variable with either curved or stellate apothecia. The margins are carbonaceous and raised, without furrows. Mature spores are without color, but become brown with age.^[3]

Graphis scripta
Graphis scripta (lirellae)
Conservation status
Secure  (NatureServe)[1]
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Fungi
Division:	Ascomycota
Class:	Lecanoromycetes
Order:	Graphidales
Family:	Graphidaceae
Genus:	Graphis
Species:	G. scripta
Binomial name
Graphis scripta (L.) Ach. (1809)
Synonyms
Lichen scriptus L. (1753)