Centaurea Solstitialis (Noun)
Meaning
European weed having a winged stem and hairy leaves; adventive in the eastern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Centaurea_solstitialis, commonly known as yellow starthistle, has been identified as a noxious weed in several states in the US.
- The spread of Centaurea_solstitialis across the globe has caused significant environmental and economic impacts.
- Herbicides are often used to control the growth of invasive species such as Centaurea_solstitialis.
- The importation of contaminated soil and contaminated feed has contributed to the spread of Centaurea_solstitialis in North America.
- Researchers are working to develop new methods to control the spread of invasive species such as Centaurea_solstitialis.