Packera (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of American of east Asian perennial herbs with yellow to orange or red flower rays; sometimes included in genus Senecio.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanist spent years studying the various species of Packera that grew in the mountainous regions of North America.
- Packera aurea, also known as golden ragwort, is a common sight in the wetlands of eastern Asia.
- The hikers had to navigate through a dense thicket of Packera plants to reach the summit.
- In some classifications, Packera is considered a subgenus of Senecio, but many botanists argue that it should be recognized as a distinct genus.
- The Packera plants in the garden were a favorite of the local bees, who were attracted to their bright yellow and orange flowers.