Erigeron Glaucous (Noun)
Meaning
Slightly succulent perennial with basal leaves and hairy sticky stems each bearing a solitary flower head with narrow pink or lavender rays; coastal bluffs Oregon to southern California.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The beachside trail offered breathtaking views of the sea and a chance to spot erigeron glaucus among the coastal flora.
- As we walked along the bluffs overlooking the ocean, we identified the erigeron glaucus by its distinctive hairy stems and bright pink rays.
- Visitors to the coastal region between Oregon and California often catch glimpses of the lovely erigeron glaucus, also known as beach aster or seaside fleabane.
- Despite its delicate appearance, the erigeron glaucus is a hardy perennial adapted to the harsh conditions found in its coastal bluffs habitat.
- Hikers exploring the rugged coastline from Oregon to California should keep an eye out for the dainty erigeron glaucus, its lavender or pink petals swaying gently in the sea breeze.