bloomeria

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bloomeria

A small cluster of Bloomeria flowers grows on a sunny hillside.

Definition

Noun 1. A small genus of flowering plants: Bloomeria is the scientific name for a genus of perennial herbs. Plants in this genus grow from bulbs, produce grass-like leaves, and typically have umbels of small, star-shaped yellow or white flowers. They are native to southwestern North America.

Usage
  • is used almost exclusively as a proper noun in scientific and botanical contexts to classify and refer to this specific group of plants.
  • It is often followed by a species name (e.g., ) to identify a particular type.
Examples
  • The golden stars, , are a common sight in California grasslands after the spring rains.
  • The genus is closely related to the brodiaeas.
  • This guidebook lists as a native bulb suitable for dry gardens.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic discussions, may be referenced concerning its classification within the Asparagaceae family (or historically, the Alliaceae or Themidaceae families).
Variants and Related Words
  • Bloomeria crocea (n): The most widespread species within the genus, commonly known as "golden stars."
  • Bloomeria humilis (n): A less common species within the genus.
Synonyms
  • Golden stars (common name for )
  • Note: There is no direct single-word synonym for the genus name . In general descriptive language, one might refer to "plants in the genus" or " species."
bloomeria

A small cluster of Bloomeria flowers grows on a sunny hillside.

Noun
  1. small genus of bulbous perennial herbs of southwestern United States and Mexico; sometimes placed in family Alliaceae

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