Space-travelling algaeπΏ Researchers from University of Valencia are exploring whether certain hardy species of microalgae extracted from lichens could survive on Mars π΄ and provide astronauts with food and oxygen π https://www.esa.int/Enabling_Support/Preparing_for_the_Future/Discovery_and_Preparation/Growing_Algae_on_Mars
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Most Lichens can grow from the size of a button,..to the size of a slightly larger button..in 50 years.
And that's in perfect conditions.
Nope..it'll be 'poop potatoes',..for the duration.
"enjoy!"