amellus
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A small garden flower with purple or pink petals that looks like a daisy
- noun
- Specialized
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amellus
- She planted an amellus near the pond to attract butterflies.
Examples
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Botanists studied the amellus to learn more about its growth patterns.
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The amellus added a splash of purple to the autumn garden.
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The amellus blooms beautifully in late summer.
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Have you seen the amellus in the garden?
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The garden was filled with blooming amellus, adding vibrant color to the landscape.
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During spring, the amellus plants attract many butterflies with their bright flowers.
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Many gardeners prefer amellus for its resilience and ability to thrive in various conditions.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Amellus is a Latin name long used for a small aster and later taken as the scientific name for the Italian aster. The family name aster means 'star' because the flower looks like a little star, so amellus helps you remember a small, star-like flowering plant.