Comandra Pallida (Noun)
Meaning
Woody creeping parasite of western North America having numerous thick powdery leaves and panicles of small dull-white flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Comandra pallida, a parasitic plant native to western North America, thrives on a variety of host plants including sagebrush and juniper.
- In its native range, Comandra pallida is often found in dry areas where it wraps itself around host plants to draw in moisture and nutrients.
- Researchers studying the woody creeping parasite Comandra pallida discovered its ability to survive without the need for photosynthesis.
- The flowers of Comandra pallida, which grow in panicles, have small dull-white petals and emit a subtle yet distinctive fragrance that attracts pollinators.
- As Comandra pallida spreads, its thick powdery leaves give the plant an appearance that stands out among the other flora of western North America.