A calciphilous lichen. Besides limestones, it may grow on other, predominantly calcareous rocks. Most often, it occurs on natural, well-lit rocky outcrops at lower and middle elevations. In Europe, it is a common lichen, especially in the Mediterranean. In the Czech Republic, it appears rather locally, especially in karst areas with the presence of pure limestones.
taxonomic classification:Ascomycota → Lecanoromycetes → Pertusariales → Megasporaceae → Circinaria
most frequented synonyms:Aspicilia calcareaAll records: 116, confirmed 62. One click on a selected square displays particular record(s), including their source(s).