Eriophyllum (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of hairy herbs and shrubs of western North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Eriophyllum is a genus of hairy herbs and shrubs native to western North America, commonly found in dry areas with well-drained soil.
- The eriophyllum plant, with its woolly leaves and stems, is well adapted to the arid conditions of the Mojave Desert.
- In the southwestern United States, eriophyllum is often used as an ornamental plant in xeriscaping due to its drought tolerance.
- Eriophyllum lanatum, also known as woolly eriophyllum, is a popular choice for gardeners in California who want low-maintenance plants.
- The flowers of the eriophyllum plant are typically yellow or white and bloom in the spring, attracting a variety of pollinators to the area.