Discover the fascinating world of lichens, India’s remarkable symbiotic organisms, with this comprehensive guide to the lichens of Maharashtra. Focusing on the ecologically rich Western Ghats, this book offers a detailed account based on extensive fieldwork and analysis of over 5000 lichen specimens. It expertly fills a critical gap in documenting the unique lichen diversity found within the region’s Indian flora. Essential for botanists, ecologists, researchers, and students keen on botanical exploration and understanding India’s biodiversity, this volume is an indispensable resource.