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Ozothamnus

Ozothamnus

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A group of Australian shrubs and small plants with aromatic leaves grown in gardens
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists debated whether Ozothamnus should be merged with the genus Helichrysum.

Examples

  • Several species of Ozothamnus are cultivated for their ornamental value in Australian gardens.

  • The aromatic leaves of Ozothamnus make it a popular choice in native landscaping projects.

  • The Ozothamnus species thrives in dry conditions.

  • Did you know that Ozothamnus is often used in landscaping?

  • Several species of Ozothamnus are cultivated for their ornamental value in Australian gardens.

  • The aromatic leaves of Ozothamnus make it a popular choice in native landscaping projects.

  • The Ozothamnus shrub is well-suited to Australia's dry and arid climates.

Synonyms

Helichrysum
vsOzothamnus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small herbs and shrubs with flowers that keep their color for a long time

is a smaller Australian group sometimes included within that broader genus

Compounds

Ozothamnus secundiflorus
  • Specialized
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A small bush with woolly white leaves and long sprays of fragrant flowers that dry well

Surface Forms

Ozothamnus singular
Ozothamni plural

Etymology

Ozothamnus comes from Greek parts ozo- 'smell' and -thamnus 'shrub'. So the name means an 'aromatic shrub', which fits this group of Australian plants known for their scented leaves.