Lemon lichen
Scientific name: Candelaria
Lemon lichen
Scientific name: Candelaria
Photo By Liam O'Brien , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Description
Lemon lichen is a lichen known for its brightly colored, yellowish-green appearance. It often thrives on tree bark, rocks, and sometimes even urban structures. This group is recognized for its resilience, capable of enduring harsh environmental conditions. Interestingly, it plays an essential role in ecosystems by contributing to nutrient cycling, providing habitat for various small organisms, and serving as an indicator of air quality due to its sensitivity to pollution.
Species of Lemon lichen
Photo By Liam O'Brien , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original