Moss, for example, often takes up residence in shaded, damp corners of your yard. The only problem? Lichen is a type of plant that has a similar nature. So, how do you tell if it's lichen or moss ...

Lichens, like this Phyllopsora gossypina, and mosses are found on all trees and leaves in the Amazon rainforest. Researchers have now found that they emit considerable amounts of reactive ...

Biomonitoring using lichens and mosses has emerged as an effective method for assessing air quality and identifying sources of pollution. These organisms are particularly useful because they ...

Australian Antarctic Program scientists have released the most comprehensive database of species living in the ice-free areas ...

Non-forest alpine plant communities exist on 11 of the Adirondack’s highest peaks, comprising a total of only 85 acres. Here, scattered amongst exposed rock surfaces encrusted with a wide variety of ...

The best answer I can give to establish mossy surfaces for your shaded paths is to, first, match as close as possible the ...

Antarctica lies at the South Pole, and is home to lots of species such as penguins, whales, mosses, and lichens. Challenges in Antarctica One of the biggest challenges Antarctica faces is climate ...