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Buphthalmum

Buphthalmum

9.9
A small European plant with yellow daisy-like flowers
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists recently discovered a new species within the Buphthalmum genus in the Mediterranean region.

Examples

  • The Buphthalmum plant thrives in sunny gardens.

  • Buphthalmum is commonly found in meadows across central and southern Europe.

  • The vibrant yellow flowers of Buphthalmum make it a popular choice for wildflower gardens.

  • I saw a beautiful Buphthalmum blooming by the path.

  • The garden was filled with buphthalmum, showcasing its vibrant yellow, daisy-like flowers.

  • During spring, buphthalmum blooms attract various pollinators with their bright yellow petals.

  • In the meadow, the buphthalmum stood out among other wildflowers with its distinct yellow blossoms.

Compounds

Buphthalmum salicifolium
  • Specialized
9.9

A hairy plant with deep yellow daisy-like flowers on thin stems often growing in open woods and on rocky hillsides

Surface Forms

Buphthalmum singular
Buphthalmums plural

Etymology

Buphthalmum comes from Greek parts bous ('ox') and ophthalmos ('eye'), so the name literally means 'ox-eye'; the bright yellow, daisy-like flower looks like a big 'eye' in the meadow, which helps you remember the plant.