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camphor daisy

camphor daisy

9.9
A plant with rough leaves and pale yellow flowers that gives off a strong smell
  • noun
  • US
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  • The leaves of the camphor daisy have a distinct bristly texture and a strong scent.

Examples

  • The camphor daisy thrives in warm climates with plenty of sunlight.

  • Gardeners often appreciate the camphor daisy for its pale yellow blooms and resilience.

  • The camphor daisy blooms beautifully in the spring.

  • Many gardeners love the camphor daisy for its fragrance.

  • Gardeners often appreciate the camphor daisy for its aromatic scent and resilience in various conditions.

  • The camphor daisy thrives in warm climates, showcasing its pale yellow flowers in the summer sun.

  • With bristly leaves and a strong aroma, the camphor daisy attracts pollinators to the garden.

Synonyms

Haplopappus phyllocephalus
vscamphor daisy
  • Specialized
9.9

A small plant with bristly leaves and pale yellow flowers that grows in the southern United States and Mexico

notes an aromatic scent as a distinguishing feature besides those traits

Surface Forms

camphor daisy singular
camphor daisies plural

Morphology

camphor + daisy

The compound is compositionally interpretable: 'camphor' modifies 'daisy', so a learner who knows both words can infer it is a type of daisy associated with camphor (i.e., aromatic or camphor-scented). This modifier+noun pattern is a common, cross-linguistic composition, making the meaning directly derivable from the constituents.

Etymology

Camphor daisy gets its name from the flower's strong camphor-like scent and its daisy-shaped blooms. When people crush the leaves they give a sharp 'smell' like camphor, so the words camphor and daisy were joined to remind people of both its scent and its look.