Comandra (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of chiefly North American parasitic plants.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Comandra is a small genus of chiefly North American parasitic plants that obtain their nutrients by connecting to the roots of nearby plants.
- The comandra plant, also known as bastard toadflax, has been found to grow in dry prairies and open woods throughout much of North America.
- One of the unique characteristics of comandra is its ability to photosynthesize while still obtaining some of its nutrients from other plants.
- Comandra is often mistaken for a member of the broomrape family due to its similar appearance and parasitic nature.
- In some areas, comandra is considered a weed due to its ability to outcompete native plants for resources.