Princeton's WordNet(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  tree tobacco, mustard tree, Nicotiana glauca(noun) evergreen South American shrub naturalized in United States; occasionally responsible for poisoning livestock.
The symbols of Alpha Phi are outward signs of the high regard and love we have for each other and for Alpha Phi. We treat these symbols with respect by upholding the high ideals and standards which bind Alpha Phi members throughout the world. Alpha Phi Badge.
Alpha Phis chose the ivy leaf for their badges. An ever-growing vine, the ivy symbolizes the growth of the Alpha Phi sisterhood. The sorority colors are silver and bordeaux while the flowers are the fragrant lily of the valley and the blue and gold forget-me-not. The Ursa Major constellation is also important to the organization. These stars take the shape of a bear; therefore, Alpha Phi adopted the âPhi Bearâ as their mascot.