Tellima affinis
Noun: A perennial herb native to California, scientifically classified as Lithophragma affine but historically placed in the genus Tellima. It is cultivated for its distinctive flowers, which are arranged in a raceme (a cluster with separate flowers attached by short equal stalks along a central stem) and feature white petals that spread widely.
This term is used specifically in botanical and horticultural contexts to refer to this particular plant species. * The garden's shade border features several native species, including Tellima affinis. * Tellima affinis is noted for its delicate, star-like white flowers.
- Taxonomic Note: While commonly known as "Tellima affinis" in horticulture, its accepted botanical name is . The term "Tellima affinis" represents a synonym or former classification.
- Common Names: This plant is also known by the common names "Woodland Star" or "Fringed Starflower," which describe its appearance and habitat.
- Lithophragma affine (n.): The current, accepted scientific name for the species.
- Woodland Star (n.): A common name for the plant.
- Tellima (n.): The genus name for a related group of plants, such as (Fringecups).
- Lithophragma affine
- Woodland Star
- Fringed Starflower
This term has only one specific meaning: it refers exclusively to this species of flowering plant. It is not used in general language or with other definitions.
- California perennial herb cultivated for its racemose white flowers with widely spreading petals; sometimes placed in genus Tellima