Taxonomy, Phylogeny, Ecology, and Metabolites of Lichen
A special issue of Journal of Fungi (ISSN 2309-608X). This special issue belongs to the section "Fungal Evolution, Biodiversity and Systematics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 6
Special Issue Editors
Interests: fungal phylogeny; lichens; lichen ecology; taxonomy of lichens; plant biogeography
Interests: lichens; lichen ecology; taxonomy of lichens
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Lichens are symbiotic organisms of extraordinary ecological and evolutionary significance, thriving in diverse habitats worldwide. Their unique biology and environmental sensitivity make them ideal models for exploring biodiversity, biogeographic patterns, and ecosystem responses to global change.
This Special Issue, “Taxonomy, Phylogeny, Ecology, and Metabolites of Lichen”, invites contributions focused on the following:
- Integrative taxonomy and species delimitation;
- Molecular phylogenetics and systematics;
- Biogeographic patterns and evolutionary history;
- Ecophysiology and functional traits;
- Community-level responses of lichens to climate change;
- Secondary metabolites of lichens and their biological activities.
We encourage submissions that combine classical and modern approaches to better understand the diversity, distribution, and ecological roles of lichens across ecosystems and bioclimatic gradients.
Original research, reviews, and short communications are welcome.
Dr. David Alors
Dr. Israel Pérez-Vargas
Dr. Marijana M. Kosanić
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- ecology of lichen
- taxonomy of lichen
- lichen secondary metabolites
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