Lichens that obtain a crust appearance by tightly attaching to their substrate. 

Crustose Lichens

Foliose Lichens have leaf-like lobes and may only be attached at one point in the growth form. They contain a second cortex below their medulla. 

Foliose Lichens

Fruticose lichens have rounded structures and a branched appearance.

Fruticose Lichens

- Crustose Lichens
- Foliose Lichens
- Fruticose Lichens

Lichens are nonpathogenic microorganism that is a combination of green algae and fungus. They can be found commonly slowly growing on rocks or plants.

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