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Compass Flower (Noun)

Meaning

Any of several plants having leaves so arranged on the axis as to indicate the cardinal points of the compass.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The compass flower, also known as Silphium laciniatum, is a perennial plant native to the prairies of North America.
  • In the wild, the compass flower grows with its leaves aligned in a north-south direction, giving it its distinctive name.
  • The compass flower is often found in dry to mesic prairies, where its unique leaf arrangement helps it to conserve water.
  • As a symbol of guidance and direction, the compass flower has been used in various cultural and spiritual contexts throughout history.
  • In gardens, the compass flower is prized for its tall, stately blooms and its ability to attract pollinators like butterflies and bees.

Synonyms

  • Compass Plant

Hypernyms

  • Composite

Hyponyms

  • Lactuca Serriola
  • Rosinweed
  • Prickly Lettuce
  • Lactuca Scariola
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