Townsendia (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of western American low tufted herbs: Easter daisy.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Townsendia is a small, delicate flower that blooms in the early spring in the western United States.
- Townsendia is a genus of low-growing, tufted herbs that are commonly found in dry areas of the American West.
- The Easter daisy, also known as Townsendia, is a popular choice for wildflower gardens due to its vibrant colors and low-maintenance requirements.
- In the high deserts of California, Townsendia can be found growing in clusters, its white and pink flowers swaying gently in the breeze.
- The scientific name for the Easter daisy, Townsendia, is derived from the name of David Townsend, a British botanist who first described the species.