dumontia

/djuːmˈɒntiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of lichens, in the family Roccellaceae.

“Dumontia was first discovered in the Pacific Northwest region.”

2. noun

A species of lichen in the genus Dumontia, known for its bright yellow or orange color.

“The rare Dumontia lichen is found in the remote mountains of Asia.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • lichen

Antonyms

  • plant
  • tree