Woolly Sunflower (Noun)
Meaning
Any plant of the genus Eriophyllum.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The small woolly sunflower that grows on dry rocky outcrops produces vibrant yellow flowers that bloom for only a short period.
- Native Americans have long used the woolly sunflower plant in herbal medicine due to its perceived healing properties.
- After hiking for several hours, the hikers came across a rare type of woolly sunflower, also known as the 'Eriophyllum lanatum', growing wild.
- Despite the extreme conditions in which the woolly sunflower thrives, the flowers require careful care and regular watering in garden environments.
- Gardeners attempting to grow woolly sunflower from seeds need to create soil with precise alkaline pH to support healthy plant development.