Jupiter's beard
Definition
Noun: 1. A common name for the flowering plant Centranthus ruber: A silvery, hairy European shrub with evergreen foliage and pale yellow flowers. It is also known as red valerian.
Usage
- This term is used primarily in horticulture and botany to refer to a specific ornamental garden plant.
- Example: "The rocky slope was covered in Jupiter's beard, its pale flowers brightening the landscape."
Advanced Usage
- The name "Jupiter's beard" is an example of a folk or common plant name, which can vary by region. Its more precise botanical name is .
Variants and Related Words
- Red valerian: The most common alternative name for the same plant ().
- Spur valerian: Another less common name for this species.
Synonyms
- Red valerian
- Centranthus ruber (botanical name)
Notes on Different Meanings
- "Jupiter's beard" refers specifically to this one plant species. It is not a general term and does not have other unrelated meanings.
Noun
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silvery hairy European shrub with evergreen foliage and pale yellow flowers
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