Book ID: 94121
Hinds, James W. and Patricia L. Hinds
The Macrolichens of New England. 2008. (New York Bot. Gdn.,Mem.96). 344 col. figs. XX, 584 p. gr8vo. Hardcover.
Includes: descriptions of 98 genera and 461 species; an introduction to general lichen morphology; a glossary of terms for less experienced readers; advice on collecting lichens and performing chemical tests; a review of the ecological role of New England lichens and the geography, geology, climate, conservation status, and major biogeographical zones for lichens in New England; identification keys, both general and genus-specific, to 502 species, including the 461 New England species and 41 additional species known from adjacent states and provinces that could occur in this region; and synonyms, misapplied names, common names, morphology, chemistry, worldwide range, usual substrate, distribution in New England, and comparisons with similar species.