Eriogonum (Noun)
Meaning
Any plant of the genus Eriogonum with small clustered flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The eriogonum that grew in the desert garden was a favorite of the local bees and butterflies.
- Eriogonum umbellatum, also known as sulfur flower, is a common sight in the dry hills of California.
- The botanical garden featured a variety of eriogonum species, each with its own unique characteristics.
- The eriogonum in the rock garden was a low-maintenance option that required minimal watering.
- In the southwestern United States, eriogonum is often used as a drought-tolerant groundcover in landscaping.