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Brachycome

Brachycome

9.9
A small flowering plant from Australia with many daisy-like flowers and leaves at the base
  • noun
  • /ˈbrækɪˌkoʊm/
  • Specialized
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  • Many species of Brachycome are native to Australia and thrive in well-drained soil.

Examples

  • She planted a row of Brachycome along the edge of her flower bed for added color.

  • The Brachycome is popular in gardens for its delicate, long-lasting blooms.

  • The Brachycome blooms beautifully in spring.

  • Many gardeners love Brachycome for its vibrant colors.

  • Many species of Brachycome are native to Australia and thrive in well-drained soil.

  • She planted a row of Brachycome along the edge of her flower bed for added color.

  • The Brachycome is popular in gardens for its delicate, long-lasting blooms.

Synonyms

genus Brachycome
vsBrachycome
  • Specialized
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A group of mostly Australian small plants with daisy-like flower heads

describes mainly Australian herbs using plain daisy like clustered flower language

Compounds

Brachycome Iberidifolia
  • Specialized
9.9

A small annual plant from Western Australia with daisy-like flowers in white, blue, or purple

genus Brachycome
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of mostly Australian small plants with daisy-like flower heads

Surface Forms

Brachycome singular
Brachycomes plural

Etymology

Brachycome comes from Greek parts brachy- meaning 'short' and -come meaning 'hair'. A helpful way to remember the name is to think of a small, daisy-like plant with short, hair-like petals or seed hairs, which fits the plant's appearance.