Distribution, Diversity of Lichens in Terai region of Kumaun with reference to Environmental Pollution

Abstract

The present study is an attempt to explore the diversity and distribution of lichen flora of Terai region of Kumaun Himalaya of Uttarakhand, which includes different localities of district Udham Singh Nagar, Ramnagar and Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve. An enumeration of 146 species belonging to 46 genera and 24 families is provided, based on the account of lichen species published in literature, specimens preserved in herbarium and fresh collection of lichens from localities not explored earlier. Based on the available diversity and distribution pattern of lichens, an attempt has been made to map, distinguish the polluted and non-polluted localities of the study area.

Keywords

• Lichen flora
• Terai region
• Kumaun
• Biomonitoring