Moss and Lichen crushed by a towering sheet

crushed by a towering sheet of ice

drowned beneath ocean

Some researchers believe that we will be able to regenerate limbs and organs

venerated them in our mythologies

Moss and Lichen crushed by a towering sheetEndowed with unique superpowers, from enduring desiccation to thriving in extreme habitats, mosses and lichens defy easy categorization. Mosses, integral to the plant kingdom, and lichens, a kingdom unto themselves, colonize a great variety of landscapes, from rainforests to deserts and urban pavements. Neglected in the past for their lack of flowers, these organisms now garner recognition for their significant role in maintaining the health of our