Hulsea (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of erect balsam-scented herbs; Pacific coast of the northwestern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Hulsea is a rare and endangered small genus of erect balsam-scented herbs native to the Pacific coast of the northwestern United States.
- In the more arid regions, hulsea thrives due to the dry conditions being similar to those in their native range.
- In addition to their attractive foliage, hulsea produces large, showy yellow flowers that attract a variety of pollinators.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect and propagate hulsea in their native habitat along the Pacific coast.
- In botanical gardens and by collectors, certain species of hulsea are highly prized for their unique fragrance and limited availability outside their native range.