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Coronilla

Coronilla

9.9
A group of flowering bushes and small plants related to peas
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Coronilla genus includes several attractive flowering plants often used in gardens.

Examples

  • Some Coronilla species are valued for their ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.

  • Botanists have identified new species within Coronilla during recent fieldwork.

  • The Coronilla plant thrives in warm climates.

  • Many gardeners love Coronilla for its vibrant flowers.

  • Many gardeners value Coronilla species for their beautiful blossoms and ease of care.

  • In their research, scientists discovered that certain Coronilla plants can enhance soil health by nitrogen fixation.

  • The Coronilla genus features various shrubs that flourish in sunny, drought-prone areas.

Compounds

Coronilla varia
  • Specialized
9.9

A European flowering plant with pink and white flower clusters that grows year after year, also called crown vetch

Surface Forms

Coronilla singular
Coronillas plural

Etymology

Coronilla comes from the Latin corona ('crown') and the small ending -illa ('small'), so the name means 'little crown'. This is a helpful memory because many species have small, crown-like flowers, which is why the plant group got that name.