Evernia
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| Evernia | |
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| Evernia prunastri | |
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| Kingdom: | Fungi |
| Division: | Ascomycota |
| Class: | Lecanoromycetes |
| Suborder: | Lecanorineae |
| Genus: | Evernia |
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Evernia prunastri | |
Evernia is a bushy lichen in the family Parmeliaceae. Two species, Oakmoss Evernia prunastri, and Treemoss Evernia furfuracea are used as a fixative agent in cologne within the perfume industry. It is green on top and white on bottom, and divides evenly into "forks." Not to be confused with Ramalina, which is green on top and bottom and divides unevenly. Evernia is an abundant genus, found growing on trees.[1]
See also
- Perfumery
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