MIGS Eukaryotic sample from Lecanora helva
Lecanora helva
This sample originates from the lichen-forming fungus Lecanora helva, collected from the bark of Avicennia alba in a mangrove biome. The sample was cultured axenically, and high-molecular-weight DNA was extracted for genome sequencing using PacBio HiFi technology. The study aims to provide insights into the symbiotic relationship between Lecanora helva and its photobiont, as well as its ecological adaptations to tropical mangrove habitats. The genomic data generated will support studies in evolutionary biology, secondary metabolite biosynthesis, and conservation of lichen diversity. This research contributes to understanding the biology of lichen-forming fungi and their role in mangrove ecosystems.