Linnaea (Noun)
Meaning
One species: twinflower.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The delicate white flowers of Linnaea borealis, commonly known as twinflower, dangle down from the stem in pairs.
- Linnaea borealis tends to thrive in acidic soils that are rich in moisture and nutrients.
- Twinflower or Linnaea is often named in honor of Carolus Linnaeus, the Swedish botanist who first discovered the species.
- In a woodland setting, the hidden gem of Linnaea borealis produces fragrant white and pink flowers that emit a sweet scent.
- The botanical name Linnaea refers specifically to a genus that includes one main species, Linnaea borealis or the twinflower.