The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between lichens and fungi. Difference # Lichens: 1. They flourish the most in the temperate and colder regions of the globe. 2. Grow freely exposed to air and light and dislike smoky atmosphere of towns. 3. Can grow on barren substratum under drought and starvation conditions. 4. Grow generally as epiphytes [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Lichens 2. Classification of Lichens 3. Features 4. Nature of the Association (Physiology) 5. Habitat 6. Distribution 7. Ecological Importance. Introduction to Lichens: The lichens are a small group of curious plants with about 18,000 species. We call them curious because they are composite or dual organisms. For a long [...]
The following points highlight the four main types of lichen thallus. The types are: 1. Crustose (Crustaceous) Lichens 2. Foliose (Foliaceous) Lichens 3. Fruticose Lichens 4. Squamulose Lichens. Type # 1. Crustose (Crustaceous) Lichens: The thallus is of insignificant size. It is flat, thin usually without any distinct lobes. It is just like a thin layer or crust closely attached [...]