[PDF] Lichens Of North America eBook

Author : Irwin M. Brodo
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 838 pages
File Size : 12,32 MB
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0300082495

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Lichens are a unique form of plant life, the product of a symbiotic association between an alga and a fungus. The beauty and importance of lichens have long been overlooked, despite their abundance and diversity in most parts of North America and elsewhere in the world. This stunning book--the first accessible and authoritative guidebook to lichens of the North American continent--fills the gap, presenting superb color photographs, descriptions, distribution maps, and keys for identifying the most common, conspicuous, or ecologically significant species. The book focuses on 805 foliose, fruticose, and crustose lichens (the latter rarely included in popular guidebooks) and presents information on another 700 species in the keys or notes; special attention is given to species endemic to North America. A comprehensive introduction discusses the biology, structure, uses, and ecological significance of lichens and is illustrated with 90 additional color photos and many line drawings. English names are provided for most species, and the book also includes a glossary that explains technical terms. This visually rich and informative book will open the eyes of nature lovers everywhere to the fascinating world of lichens.

Author : Irwin M. Brodo
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 29,76 MB
Release : 2016-01-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0300195737

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Based on the acclaimed reference Lichens of North America, this resource for the classroom, field, and laboratory presents updated and expanded keys for the identification of over 2,000 species of lichens indigenous to the continent, twice the number covered by previous keys. The book includes a glossary illustrated with photographs by Sylvia Duran Sharnoff and Stephen Sharnoff and drawings by Susan Laurie-Bourque, all from the original book. The revised keys are an indispensable identification tool for botanists, students, scientists, and enthusiasts alike.--COVER.

Author : Jessica L. Allen
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 27,7 MB
Release : 2021
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0300252994

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A practical field guide to the common lichens found in the northeastern megalopolis, including New York City, Toronto, Boston/New Haven, Philadelphia, Baltimore/Washington, D.C., and as far west as Chicago Lichens are dynamic, symbiotic organisms formed by close cooperation between fungi and algae. There are over 20,000 identified species performing essential ecosystem services worldwide. Extremely sensitive to air pollution, they have returned to cities from which they were absent for decades until the air became cleaner. This guide is the first to introduce urban naturalists to over 60 of the common lichens now found in cities and urban areas throughout northeastern North America--in parks and schoolyards, on streets, and in open spaces. Divided into three sections -- lichen basics, including their biology, chemistry, morphology, and role in human history; species accounts and descriptions; and an illustrated glossary, index, and references for further reading -- the book aims to connect city dwellers and visitors with the natural world around them. The descriptions, exquisite photographs, and line drawings will enable users to enter the hidden world of lichens.

Author : Dale H. Vitt
Publisher : Lone Pine Pub.
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 15,74 MB
Release : 1988
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780919433410

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Discover the world of mosses, liverworts, lichens and ferns. Contains descriptions of the major vegetation zones and species distribution maps. Habitats are described in detail and each plant group is keyed.

Author : Joe Walewski
Publisher : Adventure Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 20,44 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780979200601

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Lichens have the capability to dissolve granite. They are very colorful; oranges, yellows, greens, blacks and whites adorn trees, bedrock and even gravestones. This field guide spotlights 120 species, shown in color photos with natural history text.

Author : Robert Rogers
Publisher : North Atlantic Books
Page : 609 pages
File Size : 24,12 MB
Release : 2012-06-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1583945954

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The ultimate guide to maximizing the healing properties of medicinal mushrooms and lichens—featuring over 300 detailed plant profiles for easy mushroom identification Noted herbalist Robert Rogers introduces readers to more than 300 species of medicinal mushrooms and lichens found in North America. These fungi have the capacity to heal both the body and—through the process of myco-remediation—the planet itself. Throughout the book, he documents their success in optimizing the immune system and treating a wide range of acute and chronic diseases, including cardiovascular, respiratory, and liver problems, blood sugar disorders, cancer, and obesity. The Fungal Pharmacy also outlines the medicinal traits and unique properties of each mushroom or lichen, including: • active chemical components • preparation methods for extracts, essences, essential oils, and more • historical and modern-day usage • cultural, religious, and literary significance, with fun facts on etymology and history • plus, 200 full-color photos and thorough descriptions for easy identification The ultimate guide to identifying and healing with medicinal North American fungi, The Fungal Pharmacy is a valuable resource for mycologists, mushroom hunters, wild-crafters, and anyone interested in natural health care.

Author : Thomas H. Nash (III.)
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 45,32 MB
Release : 1996-01-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521459747

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A broad-ranging review of organisms which have long-fascinated biologists, ecologists and chemists.

Author : Bruce McCune
Publisher :
Page : 510 pages
File Size : 21,71 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Nature
ISBN :

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"This book can be used to identify macrolichens from Oregon and Washington ... Reasonable coverage for lichens of Idaho and Montana, inland to the Continental Divide, can be expected. Almost all macrolichens known from northern California and southern British Columbia are included as well"--P. viii.

Author : Karen Diadick Casselman
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 13,96 MB
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780486412313

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Noted textile designer and lichen expert explains how to create and use dyes derived from lichens. Text covers history of the use of lichen pigments, safe dyeing methods, ecologically sound dyeing, and use of mordants, lichen identification, and more. Text also offers a fascinating history of Asian and European lichen pigments, Scottish, Irish, and Scandinavian domestic lichen dyes, and others.

Author : Mason E. Hale
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Science, Engineering & Mathematics
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 47,68 MB
Release : 1979
Category : Science
ISBN :

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A guide for identifying lichens.