Petasites sagitattus
Definition
Noun 1. A perennial North American herb: Petasites sagittatus is a species of flowering plant in the aster family, known for its large, arrow-shaped leaves and sweet scent. It is commonly found in wet habitats like streambanks and marshes.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Petasites sagittatus is also known as sweet coltsfoot.
- The broad leaves of Petasites sagittatus provide ground cover in wetland areas.
- Botanists study the growth patterns of Petasites sagittatus.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical classification: The name is used in scientific contexts to precisely identify this specific species within the genus .
- The specimen was confirmed to be Petasites sagittatus.
Variants and Related Words
- Sweet coltsfoot: A common name for .
- Petasites: The genus name, which includes other species like (common butterbur).
- Butterbur: A common name for plants in the genus.
Synonyms
- Sweet coltsfoot
- Arrowleaf sweet coltsfoot
Notes
- This term is a specific botanical name (a binomial nomenclature). It is typically used in formal, scientific, or horticultural writing rather than in everyday conversation.
Noun
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American sweet-scented herb
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