Lichens growing on anthropogenic substrates in Odunpazari county (Eski̇sehir)

This study aims to detect the lichens growing on the anthropogenic structures within the boundaries of Odunpazarı District of Eskisehir. The lichen samples on anthropogenic structures from 27 different localities are collected and evaluated. In the study, totally 54 species and subspecies of lichen and lichenicolous fungi taxa belonging to 25 genera are identified. The species diversity of the lichens and lichenicolous fungi detected from the study area are examined according to the age of structures. The lichen diversity detected from the study area can be used as a database for the future studies about global warming and air quality at the city centre.