Stephanomeria
- noun
- /ˌstɛfəˈnɒməriə/
- Specialized
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Stephanomeria
- The Stephanomeria plants bloom in late summer across the dry hills of California.
Examples
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The Stephanomeria plant thrives in dry, sandy soils.
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Wildlife experts noted that Stephanomeria is an important plant for local pollinators.
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Scientists recently discovered a new species within the Stephanomeria genus.
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Many gardeners appreciate Stephanomeria for its unique appearance.
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The Stephanomeria plants bloom in late summer across the dry hills of California.
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Scientists recently discovered a new species within the Stephanomeria genus.
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Wildlife experts noted that Stephanomeria is an important plant for local pollinators.
Compounds
- Specialized
A rare small flowering plant from Oregon that looks like a mustard and is in danger of disappearing
Surface Forms
Etymology
Stephanomeria comes from Greek parts stephano- meaning 'crown' and -meria meaning 'part'. So a helpful way to remember it is to picture a small 'crown' of flower parts on these daisy-like 'wire lettuce' plants, which is why the name fits this group of flowering plants.
