Lichens from sandy dune habitats on the Ionian Coast (Basilicata, southern Italy)

A contribution to the knowledge of the lichen flora from sandy dunes habitat is provided. Eighty-seven lichen species are reported from sand dunes and intradunal depressions on the Ionian Coast (Basilicata, Southern Italy). Sixteen species are new to the Basilicata Region. The aim was mainly to recognize lichen biodiversity in one of outstanding lichenological habitat to conserve.