Actinomeris
- noun
- /ˌæktɪˈnoʊmɪrɪs/
- Archaic
- The species formerly classified as Actinomeris are now placed in the genus Verbesina.
Examples
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Some older botanical guides still list Actinomeris as a valid genus.
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Researchers compared herbarium specimens labeled as Actinomeris with modern classifications.
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The Actinomeris plant thrives in sunny environments.
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Many gardeners prefer Actinomeris for its vibrant yellow flowers.
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Researchers compared herbarium specimens labeled as Actinomeris with modern classifications.
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Some older botanical guides still list Actinomeris as a valid genus.
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The species formerly classified as Actinomeris are now placed in the genus Verbesina.
Synonyms
A group of plants like small bushes and herbs from warm parts of North America and Mexico
Compounds
- Specialized
A wild plant with bright yellow flowers that grows in the eastern United States
Surface Forms
Etymology
Actinomeris comes from Greek parts actino- meaning 'ray' and -meris meaning 'part', so the name pictures the flower's ray-like parts. That's why it was used as the name for a group of flowering plants, though today these plants are usually put into Verbesina.
