Azolla Caroliniana (Noun)
Meaning
Small free-floating aquatic fern from the eastern United States to tropical America; naturalized in western and southern Europe.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Azolla caroliniana was found in the ponds of the botanical garden, providing a naturalized habitat for local insects.
- The researchers studied the characteristics of azolla caroliniana in laboratory settings to understand its floating behavior.
- Azolla caroliniana thrives in tropical environments with abundant water sources and nutrient supply.
- The company utilizes azolla caroliniana as a natural biofertilizer for rice crops due to its nitrogen-fixing abilities.
- Wildlife preservationists consider azolla caroliniana a potential nuisance in European waterways as it outcompetes native plant species for resources.