Chamois Cress (Noun)
Meaning
Small tufted perennial herb of mountains of central and southern Europe having very small flowers of usually leafless stems; sometimes placed in genus Lepidium.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Chamois cress is a rare and delicate alpine plant that is prized by botanists for its unique characteristics.
- The mountain meadow was dotted with clumps of chamois cress, their tiny white flowers swaying gently in the breeze.
- In the high-altitude regions of the Pyrenees, chamois cress can be found growing in rocky crevices and scree slopes.
- The genus Lepidium is sometimes considered to include chamois cress, although some botanists argue that it should be classified separately.
- Chamois cress is a challenging plant to cultivate, as it requires very specific conditions to thrive, including well-drained soil and full sun.