Filago (Noun)
Meaning
Any plant of the genus Filago having capitate clusters of small woolly flower heads.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanist spent hours studying the filago that grew in the dry, sandy areas of the desert.
- Filago is a type of herb that is often found in fields and meadows throughout the Mediterranean region.
- The intricate design of the filago's woolly flower heads made it a popular subject for botanical illustrations.
- During the hike, we came across a small patch of filago growing among the rocks and scrubby bushes.
- The researchers were interested in the unique characteristics of the filago that allowed it to thrive in areas with poor soil quality.