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Leontodon

Leontodon

9.9
A plant with yellow, dandelion-like flowers that grows in Europe and Asia
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The meadow was filled with bright yellow Leontodon among the grass.

Examples

  • Some gardeners cultivate Leontodon for its cheerful flowers and adaptability.

  • Botanists classified the new species under the genus Leontodon.

  • The Leontodon species is often found in meadows.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Leontodon for its vibrant flowers.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Leontodon for its beautiful yellow blooms in summer.

  • Botanists studied Leontodon to understand its unique growing conditions in European meadows.

  • The vibrant Leontodon flowers attract various pollinators, enhancing the meadow's biodiversity.

Compounds

Leontodon autumnalis
  • Specialized
9.9

A small wild plant with bright yellow flowers that blooms in autumn

Surface Forms

Leontodon singular
Leontodons plural

Etymology

The word Leontodon comes from the Greek parts leon 'lion' and odon 'tooth'. The name points to the plant's toothed leaves that look like a lion's tooth, so the origin helps you remember this yellow, daisy-like flower.