A geospatial dataset of lichen key attributes in the Earth's three poles

To develop the geospatial dataset, we initially defined two lichen attributes: color type and growth form.  These attributes were chosen due to their significant correlation with lichen physiological and biochemical characteristics, as well as their association with reflection spectra. Each record of this geospatial dataset consists of information such as scientific name, longitude, latitude, ecoregion name, biome name, color type, and growth form.

This dataset serves as a foundational resource for extensive investigations into the intricate interplay between lichen physiology and the environment, addressing a significant knowledge gap in the field. Furthermore, our dataset holds the potential to address challenges associated with remote sensing monitoring of lichens, a longstanding issue in vegetation remote sensing. Precise in situ observation records, as provided by our dataset, can facilitate the development of remote sensing techniques tailored for lichen monitoring.

"Program" is the code used in the process of establishing the geospatial dataset of lichen key attributes in the Earth’s three poles.