asphodeline
Noun: 1. A genus of flowering plants: "Asphodeline" is the scientific name for a genus of herbaceous plants belonging to the family Asphodelaceae. These plants are characterized by having rhizomes (underground stems), tall spikes of flowers, and narrow, grass-like leaves.
The word "asphodeline" is used almost exclusively in botanical and horticultural contexts to refer to plants within this specific genus. * The garden featured several species of asphodeline, their yellow flower spikes glowing in the sun. * Asphodeline lutea, commonly known as yellow asphodel, is a popular choice for perennial borders.
- The genus name Asphodeline is always capitalized when used in a formal botanical sense.
- In gardening, the common names for species within this genus, such as "king's spear" or "Jacob's rod," are often used instead of the scientific name.
- Asphodelaceae (n): The plant family to which the genus belongs.
- Asphodel (n): A common name for related plants in the family, particularly those in the genus .
- King's spear (common name for )
- Jacob's rod (common name for )
The word "asphodeline" does not have other common meanings outside of its specific use as a botanical genus name.
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genus of rhizomatous perennial or biennial herbs with numerous sometimes fragrant flowers in long cylindrical racemes; Mediterranean region to Caucasus; sometimes placed in family Asphodelaceae
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