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Aquilegia canadensis

Aquilegia canadensis

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A wildflower from eastern North America with red and yellow flowers that have long spurs
  • noun
  • /ˌækwɪˈliːdʒiə kəˈnændɪs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Aquilegia canadensis
  • Many gardeners plant Aquilegia canadensis for its showy red flowers that attract hummingbirds.

Examples

  • The Aquilegia canadensis blooms brightly in woodland gardens each spring.

  • Gardeners appreciate Aquilegia canadensis for its vibrant red and yellow flowers that attract pollinators.

  • Because of its unique floral shape, Aquilegia canadensis is popular in native plant landscaping.

  • The Aquilegia canadensis blooms beautifully in spring.

  • Have you seen the Aquilegia canadensis in the garden?

  • In eastern North America, Aquilegia canadensis can be found blooming in shady areas of the forest.

  • Many native plant enthusiasts love to include Aquilegia canadensis in their gardens for its striking appearance.

Surface Forms

Aquilegia canadensis singular
Aquilegia canadensis plural

Morphology

Aquilegia + canadensis

This is a taxonomic binomial combining the genus name 'Aquilegia' (a type of columbine) with the epithet 'canadensis' (indicating origin from Canada). A B1 learner who knows both constituent meanings can directly infer that this refers to the Aquilegia species associated with Canada/eastern North America, so the compound meaning is compositionally transparent.

Etymology

Aquilegia canadensis comes from Latin words: Aquilegia is linked to the word 'eagle' because the flower's long spurs look like an eagle's claw, and canadensis means 'from Canada'. So the name helps you picture a claw-like red and yellow flower that comes from North America.