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Evernia

Evernia

9.9
A type of lichen with a bushy or hanging form that grows on trees and rocks
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Evernia
  • The distinctive, shrubby structure of Evernia makes it easy to distinguish from other lichens.

Examples

  • Many species of Evernia thrive in humid environments.

  • The Evernia lichen hangs from the trees in the forest.

  • Many tree branches were draped with Evernia, giving the forest a romantic appearance.

  • Researchers sampled Evernia thalli to study air quality in the region.

  • The distinctive, shrubby structure of Evernia makes it easy to distinguish from other lichens.

  • Many tree branches were draped with Evernia, giving the forest a romantic appearance.

  • Many species of Evernia thrive in humid environments.

Surface Forms

Evernia singular
Evernias plural

Etymology

Evernia is the scientific name for a group of shrubby lichens. A helpful way to remember it is to think of ever like in evergreen, because these lichens often hang on trees and give a long-lasting, mossy look, so Evernia refers to that hanging, shrubby lichen.