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Manna Lichen.
Manna Lichen - as a noun
Any of several old world partially crustaceous or shrubby lecanoras that roll up and are blown about over african and arabian deserts and used as food by people and animals
Example Sentences
"During periods of drought, animals rely on the nutrients from manna lichen for survival."
"The bright orange color of manna lichen makes it easily visible in desert landscapes."
"Certain species of birds use manna lichen to build their nests."
"The indigenous population used to harvest manna lichen for medicinal purposes."
"Despite its name, manna lichen is not related to the biblical food 'manna'."