Molecular phylogenetics analyses showed that some species previously classified in Echinoplaca represented a distinct evolutionary lineage.

The main distinguishing feature between these genera appears to be differences in their spores, though more research is needed to fully understand the relationship between these groups.

[3] Verruciplaca lichens form either a continuous or scattered layer on leaf surfaces, characterised by coarse, warty bumps that are usually covered in a whitish to bluish frosting-like coating (pruina).

Their reproductive structures (apothecia) appear as orange spots on the surface, often with a white frosted edge made up of needle-shaped crystals.

[3] A unique feature of the genus is its specialised reproductive structures (hyphophores), which are pale yellow and bristle-like.