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Filago germanica

Filago germanica

9.9
A small woolly plant in the daisy family that grows in dry, sandy places
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Filago germanica often grows in sandy soils and is known for its woolly appearance.

Examples

  • The fields were dotted with patches of Filago germanica blooming in early summer.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Filago germanica for its hardiness.

  • Botanists frequently study Filago germanica due to its resilience in dry environments.

  • The Filago germanica thrives in sandy soils.

  • In dry, sandy areas, Filago germanica can be found flourishing among other plants.

  • Many hikers enjoy observing the unique Filago germanica that grow along the trails in sandy regions.

  • The bright yellow flowers of Filago germanica add a burst of color to the otherwise barren landscape.

Synonyms

cudweed
vsFilago germanica
  • Specialized
9.9

A small plant with soft, woolly leaves that grows in dry, sandy soil

is one specific species of that plant group

Surface Forms

Filago germanica singular
Filago germanicas plural

Morphology

Filago + germanica

The name combines a genus (Filago) with a specific epithet (germanica), so its meaning — a species of Filago associated with or named for Germany — is directly derivable from the parts. Binomial species names follow a regular, cross-linguistic taxonomic pattern, so a learner who knows the constituents would readily infer this literal, compositional meaning.

Etymology

Filago germanica may come from an old word Filago meaning 'wool' or 'thread' because the plant has a soft, woolly look, and germanica simply means 'from Germany'. So the name gives the picture of a small woolly plant from Germany, which helps you remember its woolly appearance.