Lychnis (Noun)
Meaning
Mostly perennial herbs with sticky stems that catch insects; widespread in north temperate zone.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Lychnis alpina, also known as alpine catchfly, is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae.
- In some regions, lychnis is considered a weed due to its sticky stems that catch and kill beneficial insects.
- The plant genus lychnis comprises around 20 species, most of which are native to the north temperate zone.
- Lychnis flowers are often red or pink and have five petals, blooming from June to August in the Northern Hemisphere.
- Some gardeners cultivate lychnis for its ornamental value, despite the potential drawbacks of its insect-catching properties.