/klɑːˈdoʊniə/ (klah-DOH-nee-uh)

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of lichens, typically yellow, green, or orange in color.

“The researcher studied the unique characteristics of the Cladonia lichens in the Arctic ecosystem.”

2. noun

a type of reindeer lichen, often used as a food source.

“The hikers searched for Cladonia to add to their wilderness survival rations.”