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Chrysosplenium

Chrysosplenium

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Small plants that grow near streams and have greenish-yellow flowers without petals
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • In the spring, Chrysosplenium showcases its small greenish-yellow flowers along the stream bank.

Examples

  • Chrysosplenium species are often found near streams and moist woodland areas.

  • The delicate stems of Chrysosplenium make it a unique ground cover in shaded gardens.

  • Botanists studied the distribution of Chrysosplenium across different continents.

  • The Chrysosplenium plant thrives in damp environments.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Chrysosplenium for its unique appearance.

  • Chrysosplenium is a popular choice for gardeners because it grows well in wet, shaded areas.

  • The bright green leaves of Chrysosplenium add a lush look to damp woodland gardens.

Synonyms

golden saxifrage
vsChrysosplenium
  • Specialized
9.6

A low plant that grows in wet places with small yellow-green flowers

is the formal scientific name used in botanical classification
golden spleen
vsChrysosplenium
  • Specialized
9.9

A small low plant that grows in wet places near streams

is the formal scientific name used in botanical classification

Compounds

9.9

A small plant with yellow flowers that grows in water and wet places in central and western United States

Surface Forms

Etymology

Chrysosplenium begins with the Greek root chrysos meaning 'gold', the same root in chrysanthemum, and the name points to the plant's small yellow flowers, which is why it is called golden-saxifrage.