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Hypochaeris

Hypochaeris

9.9
A small wildflower like a dandelion that often grows as a weed
  • noun
  • /ˌhaɪpəˈkɛərɪs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : hipocrión
  • The leaves of Hypochaeris have a rosette shape similar to those of the dandelion.

Examples

  • Some species of Hypochaeris are considered troublesome weeds in agricultural fields.

  • Botanists classify several widespread wildflowers under the genus Hypochaeris.

  • The Hypochaeris plant is often found in gardens.

  • Many people consider Hypochaeris a common weed.

  • Many people consider Hypochaeris to be a common weed in their gardens.

  • Some species of Hypochaeris are seen as problematic weeds for farmers.

  • Botanists identify Hypochaeris as part of the daisy family of flowering plants.

Synonyms

Hypochoeris
vsHypochaeris
  • Specialized
9.9

A common weed with yellow flowers that looks like a dandelion

is the same genus but given in the other formal spelling
cat's-ear
vsHypochaeris
  • UK
9.9

A plant with leaves or petals that look like a cat's ear

is a botanical genus noted for milky sap and many common weeds

Compounds

Hypochaeris radicata
  • Specialized
9.9

A small plant with yellow flowers that often grows in lawns

Surface Forms

Hypochaeris singular
Hypochaerises plural

Etymology

Hypochaeris comes from Greek hypo- 'under' plus the part chaeris, which you can remember by thinking of an 'ear' near the ground. So the name fits the common 'cat's ear' wildflowers in this genus, with low, hairy leaves and daisy-like, dandelion-style flowers.