Clintonia Uniflora (Noun)
Meaning
Plant with 1 or 2 white starlike flowers on short leafless stalks; Alaska to California and east to Oregon and Montana.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The western forest floors from Alaska to California are dotted with the beautiful clintonia uniflora in late spring.
- Hikers on a nature trail discovered clintonia uniflora nestled amongst ferns in a shaded area.
- Wildlife observers report the rare appearance of clintonia uniflora on their visits to eastern Montana during its brief flowering period.
- Photographers seeking a stunning macro shot zero in on clintonia uniflora growing alongside woodland paths.
- Trail guides will point out clintonia uniflora and describe the simple white beauty with delicate features, amidst green forest landscapes of Oregon.