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Phlomis fruticosa

Phlomis fruticosa

9.9
A low, bushy plant with bright yellow or purple flowers often used in gardens
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Many gardeners choose Phlomis fruticosa for its drought resistance and striking yellow blooms.

Examples

  • Phlomis fruticosa attracts bees and butterflies, making it a popular choice for wildlife gardens.

  • The borders of the courtyard were lined with mature Phlomis fruticosa plants.

  • The garden is full of Phlomis fruticosa this spring.

  • I love the vibrant flowers of Phlomis fruticosa.

  • Phlomis fruticosa is a stunning addition to any garden, showcasing beautiful clusters of yellow flowers.

  • Gardeners often praise Phlomis fruticosa for its ability to bloom profusely despite dry conditions.

  • The rich purple flowers of Phlomis fruticosa provide a striking contrast against green foliage.

Synonyms

Jerusalem sage
vsPhlomis fruticosa
9.1

A low spreading bush with many purple or yellow flowers used in gardens

is the formal botanical name used in scientific contexts

Surface Forms

Phlomis fruticosa singular
Phlomis fruticosas plural

Morphology

phlomis + fruticosa

This is a botanical Latin binomial (genus + species) used as a proper name; knowing 'Phlomis' only signals a plant genus but does not allow a B1 learner to infer the specific ornamental, Mediterranean subshrub sense. The species epithet 'fruticosa' is not a common English word and the full meaning is lexicalized and requires specialist/world knowledge, so it is not derivable from the parts.

Etymology

Phlomis fruticosa may come from old Greek and Latin words that describe the plant: Phlomis suggests rough, woolly, felt-like leaves and fruticosa means 'shrubby' or bush-like. So the name helps you picture a low, bushy plant with soft, fuzzy leaves, the kind gardeners call 'Jerusalem sage'.