Homogyne (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of low perennial herbs of montane Europe; in some classifications included in genus Tussilago.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Homogyne alpina is a plant species within the genus Homogyne that is native to the European Alps.
- The flowers of Homogyne are small and inconspicuous, which often makes them difficult to identify.
- In some botanical classifications, the genus Homogyne is considered a part of the genus Tussilago.
- Homogyne plants are commonly found in rocky, montane regions of Europe where the soil is moist and acidic.
- Homogyne alpina can be distinguished from other Homogyne species by its hairy leaves and stems.