Cotton Grass (Noun)
Meaning
Any sedge of the genus Eriophorum; north temperate bog plants with tufted spikes.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cotton grass is a common sight in the wetlands of northern Europe, its white tufts swaying gently in the breeze.
- The bog was covered in a thick layer of coton grass, making it difficult to traverse without getting wet.
- Cotton grass is often used as a natural indicator of peatland health, as it thrives in acidic conditions.
- The hikers had to navigate through the dense coton grass to reach the scenic overlook of the bog.
- In the spring, the coton grass blooms with tiny white flowers that resemble cotton balls.