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Genus Castilleia (Noun)

Meaning

Genus of western North and South American perennials often partially parasitic on roots of grasses.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • Castilleja is a genus of western North and South American perennials often partially parasitic on roots of grasses and other plants.
  • The flowers of Castilleja, often referred to as Indian paintbrush, have brightly colored bracts that attract pollinators in addition to their smaller yellow flowers.
  • In arid environments, the plants in genus Castilleja use a unique parasitic relationship with grass roots to access water and vital nutrients.
  • Ecologists studying the diverse ecosystems of North America rely heavily on the symbiotic parasitism found between genus Castilleja plants and those upon which they prey.
  • Only specific species of grasses form necessary relationships with the genus Castilleja plants in order for the plants to thrive in nutrient-poor environments.

Synonyms

  • Genus Castilleja
  • Castilleia
  • Castilleja

Hypernyms

  • Asterid Dicot Genus
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