Erysimum Arkansanum (Noun)
Meaning
Biennial or short-lived perennial prairie rocket having orange-yellow flowers; western North America to Minnesota and Kansas; sometimes placed in genus Cheiranthus.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanical garden featured a variety of prairie flowers, including Erysimum arkansanum, which attracted a swarm of bees with its bright orange-yellow blooms.
- Erysimum arkansanum is a short-lived perennial that thrives in dry to medium-dry soils, making it a great addition to xeriscapes.
- Once considered a member of the genus Cheiranthus, Erysimum arkansanum is now recognized as a distinct species within the Erysimum genus.
- A walk through the western North American prairie in late spring might reward hikers with a glimpse of Erysimum arkansanum's vibrant flowers swaying in the breeze.
- To create a low-maintenance garden, the designer chose to include Erysimum arkansanum, which requires minimal care and can tolerate drought.