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Myricaria

Myricaria

9.9
A small bush plant with many types that grows on chalky riverbanks in Europe and Asia
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Several species of Myricaria thrive along riverbanks in Central Asia.

Examples

  • It is common to find Myricaria growing alongside willows and poplars in its native range.

  • Botanists studied the unique adaptations of Myricaria to alkaline and chalky soils.

  • The Myricaria plant thrives in dry, chalky soils.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Myricaria for its hardiness.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the drought-resistant qualities of Myricaria in their landscapes.

  • In southern Europe, Myricaria often thrives in areas with poor, alkaline soil.

  • The unique features of Myricaria make it adaptable to various environments, including riverbanks.

Synonyms

genus Myricaria
vsMyricaria
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of bushes that lose leaves and grow well in chalky soil in southern Europe, Siberia, and China

is the shorter form that uses only the group name

Compounds

genus Myricaria
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of bushes that lose leaves and grow well in chalky soil in southern Europe, Siberia, and China

Myricaria germanica
  • Specialized
9.9

A small bush with narrow leaves and pink flowers that grows on sandy riverbanks in Europe and Asia

Surface Forms

Myricaria singular
Myricarias plural

Etymology

Myricaria comes from Myrica, a name for small shrubs like the bayberry or myrtle, and the Latin ending -aria, which means 'connected with' or 'like'. So Myricaria literally means a plant 'like' Myrica, which helps you remember it is a small shrub often found by rivers and on chalky soil.