Lithophragma Affine (Noun)
Meaning
California perennial herb cultivated for its racemose white flowers with widely spreading petals; sometimes placed in genus Tellima.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Lithophragma affine is a perennial herb native to western North America, commonly cultivated in California gardens for its beautiful white flowers.
- The garden design featured a variety of California native plants, including lithophragma affine, which added a delicate touch to the landscape.
- In the spring, the lithophragma affine in the botanical garden blooms with widely spreading petals, creating a stunning display of white flowers.
- Some botanists place lithophragma affine in the genus Tellima, although it is still widely recognized as a distinct species within the saxifrage family.
- The California nursery specialized in native plants, and lithophragma affine was one of its most popular offerings due to its attractive racemose flowers.