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cetraria

 

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Noun cetraria has 1 sense
  1. Cetraria, genus Cetraria - foliose lichens chiefly of northern latitudes
    --1 is a kind of fungus genus
    --1 is a member of Parmeliaceae, family Parmeliaceae
    --1 has members: Iceland moss, Iceland lichen, Cetraria islandica

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Cetraria

Description:

Cetraria is a genus of foliose lichens commonly known as "cetrarias" or "eyelash lichens." These lichens belong to the Parmeliaceae family and are widespread in various habitats, particularly in Northern regions. Cetraria lichens are characterized by their strap-like or branching thallus, which can have distinctive hair-like structures called "eyelashes."

Senses:

Noun:

1. Cetraria (Genus): A genus of lichens belonging to the Parmeliaceae family, featuring foliose thalli with eyelash-like structures. These lichens are commonly found in Northern regions.

Example sentence: The ecologist discovered a rare species of cetraria during their expedition in the Arctic.

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Adjective:

1. Cetraria (Adjective): Referring to or characteristic of the genus Cetraria or its lichens.

Example sentence: The scientist conducted a chemical analysis to identify the cetraria compounds present in the lichen sample.

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Local Usage:

1. Cetraria (Local Term): In the local dialect, "cetraria" is often used to refer to any lichen found in the surrounding region.

Example sentence: The villagers believe that the cetraria growing on the rocks possesses healing properties.

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