Krigia dandelion
- noun
- Specialized
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diente de león enano
- The Krigia dandelion is often mistaken for true dandelions due to its similar yellow blooms.
Examples
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We spotted a cluster of Krigia dandelion growing near the woodland edge.
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The Krigia dandelion blooms beautifully in spring.
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Botanists identified the rare Krigia dandelion during their field study in Georgia.
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Many gardeners appreciate the Krigia dandelion for its vibrant color.
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The Krigia dandelion is often mistaken for true dandelions due to its similar yellow blooms.
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We spotted a cluster of Krigia dandelion growing near the woodland edge.
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Many gardeners appreciate the Krigia dandelion for its vibrant color.
Synonyms
A small yellow flower like a dandelion that grows in the central and southeastern United States
A small wild plant with yellow flowers that makes fluffy seed heads in spring
Surface Forms
Morphology
This is a compositional taxonomic noun phrase: the genus name 'Krigia' combined with the common name 'dandelion' yields a plant of the Krigia genus that resembles a dandelion. A B1 learner who knows both constituents can readily infer this descriptive meaning because noun+noun naming patterns for species are transparent and common across languages.
Etymology
Krigia dandelion is named for a small plant in the group Krigia that looks like a true dandelion. The name Krigia may come from a plant scientist's name, and 'dandelion' was added because its yellow flower and shape remind people of the common dandelion, so the name tells you it is a 'dandelion-like' plant.
