Definitions

1. noun

any of various trees of the genus Torreya, especially the Florida torreya (Torreya taxifolia) and the California torreya (Torreya californica), having needle-like leaves and conical cones.

“The evernia tree is native to the southeastern United States.”

2. noun

a type of lichen, especially the genus Evernia, which grows on trees and rocks.

“The evernia lichen was found growing on the ancient tree trunk.”