Lichen diversity and taxonomy in Bukit Barisan Grand Forest Park, North Sumatra, Indonesia
- Author:
- Atni O.K., Munir E., Siregar E.S. & Saleh M.N.
- Year:
- 2024
- Journal:
- Biodiversitas
- Pages:
- 25: 1623–1630
- Url:
- DOI: 10.13057/biodiv/d250431
Located in Bandar Baru Village, Deli Serdang District, North Sumatra, Bukit Barisan
Grand Forest Park stands out for its uniqueness and high biodiversity, including lichens. This study aims to identify and map lichen
diversity in the research area. Surveys were conducted from January to February 2024 using an exploratory method along designated
tracks. Therefore, 57 lichen species from 23 families and 38 genera were found. Based on their thallus types, 26 lichen species were
identified as crustose, 17 as foliose, 6 as squamulose, 5 as fruticose, and 3 as filamentous. Reproductive structures varied, 13 species
possessed apothecia, soredia, and lacked distinguishable reproductive structures, 10 had lirellae, 7 had perithecia, and 2 had isidia.
Graphidaceae emerged as the most prevalent family with 8 species, predominantly growing on bark substrates. Although lichen
distribution correlated with pH levels, its correlation with the preference for lower pH levels was low. Host trees from the Pinaceae and
Lauraceae families were the most populated by lichens in this study. Research on lichen diversity in Bukit Barisan Grand Forest Park is
crucial, considering the increasing development and deforestation in North Sumatra. A more comprehensive study of lichens is urgently
required.
Keywords: Diversity, lichen, taxonomy.
- Id:
- 36470
- Submitter:
- zpalice
- Post_time:
- Wednesday, 08 May 2024 10:52