Gutierrezia Sarothrae (Noun)
Meaning
Low-growing sticky subshrub of southwestern United States having narrow linear leaves on many slender branches and hundreds of tiny yellow flower heads.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Gutierrezia sarothrae plant, with its hundreds of tiny yellow flower heads, added a splash of color to the desert landscape.
- Gutierrezia sarothrae was a common sight in the southwestern United States due to its ability to thrive in dry environments.
- Many slender branches on the Gutierrezia sarothrae supported narrow linear leaves, helping it to conserve water in the arid desert climate.
- Wildlife such as birds and insects relied on the Gutierrezia sarothrae as a source of food, using the tiny seeds for sustenance.
- In areas with poor soil quality, Gutierrezia sarothrae grew well with minimal maintenance, making it a hardy choice for desert gardens.