California four o'clock
Definition
Noun 1. A flowering plant native to California: "California four o'clock" refers to a specific species of perennial herb (Mirabilis laevis, formerly Mirabilis californica) known for its showy, fragrant flowers that typically open in the late afternoon. - The California four o'clock is well-adapted to dry, rocky slopes.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- We planted a California four o'clock in the xeriscape garden.
- The vibrant flowers of the California four o'clock attract hummingbirds.
Advanced Usage
- Botanical context: The name "four o'clock" is shared by other species in the genus, referring to their habit of opening flowers in the late afternoon. The "California" designation specifies the native region.
- Unlike the common four o'clock, the California four o'clock is a key native species for local pollinators.
Variants and Related Words
- Four o'clock (n): The common name for plants in the genus .
- Mirabilis (n): The botanical genus name.
- Marvel of Peru (n): A common name for , a related ornamental species.
Synonyms
- Mirabilis laevis (n): The current botanical name.
- Mirabilis californica (n): A former botanical name for the same species.
Related Terms
- Nyctaginaceae (n): The four o'clock family, the plant family to which it belongs.
- Perennial (n/adj): A plant that lives for more than two years, describing its life cycle.
Noun
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California four o'clock with purple-red flowers
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