No, lichen is not a plant.
According to available sources, lichen is a unique organism that's neither a plant nor an animal. It's actually a combination of algae and a fungus. Lichens are commonly found throughout the forests of North America (21-May-2018).
| Characteristic | Lichen | Plant |
|---|---|---|
| Classification | Combination of algae and fungus | Kingdom Plantae |
| Composition | Algae provides food, fungus provides structure | Cells with chloroplasts |
| Structure | Unique thallus structure | Roots, stems, and leaves (typically) |
| Reproduction | Fragmentation, spores | Seeds, spores, or vegetative propagation |
