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Lichens of Colonsay

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  26 July 2012

Francis Rose
Affiliation:
36 St Mary's Road, Liss, Hampshire GU33 7AH
Brian J. Coppins
Affiliation:
Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh EH3 5LR
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Synopsis

The results of eight days' recording and collecting of lichens on the island of Colonsay are presented. A wide range of habitats were studied but particular attention was paid to the two relict oak-woodlands and some areas of calcareous machair. An impressive total of 342 lichen taxa was recorded, and two species were added to the British flora.

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Research Article
Copyright
Copyright © Royal Society of Edinburgh 1983

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