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Xerophyllum (Noun)

Meaning

Small genus of North American herbs having grasslike basal leaves: squaw grass; sometimes placed in family Melanthiaceae.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The hikers made their way through the forest, carefully avoiding the delicate xerophyllum that lined the trail.
  • In the high mountain meadows, xerophyllum was a common sight, its grasslike leaves swaying gently in the breeze.
  • Botanists have long debated the classification of xerophyllum, with some placing it in the family Melanthiaceae and others arguing for a separate classification.
  • The unique basal leaves of the xerophyllum made it a favorite among wildflower enthusiasts, who would travel great distances to catch a glimpse of the plant in bloom.
  • In the dry, rocky outcroppings of the mountainous regions, xerophyllum thrived, its adaptations allowing it to survive in areas where other plants would struggle to grow.

Synonyms

  • Genus Xerophyllum
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