Consolida (Noun)
Meaning
Plants having flowers resembling the larkspur's but differing from larkspur's in the arrangement of petals; sometimes included in genus Delphinium.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The field of consolidas presented a striking appearance, especially with the afternoon sunlight dancing through the tall stems of blue and pink flowers.
- Delphinium consolida has some toxic properties similar to larkspur due to its composition, thus must be treated carefully around animals and young children.
- Researchers grouped some types of larkspur in this category to more clearly understand and eventually resolve discrepancies in consolida and Delphinium classification.
- The garden was primarily filled with the annual consolida plant that bears vibrant colors and slender lines, providing an eye-catching effect to the onlooker.
- Some gardeners choose the consolida over the true larkspur for its more self-sufficient nature and its ability to flourish in slightly drier environments.