calochortus macrocarpus
Definition
- Noun:
- A species of flowering plant: Calochortus macrocarpus is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the lily family (Liliaceae). It is characterized by its large, showy flowers and stout, erect stems.
- Common name: It is commonly known as the sagebrush mariposa lily or green-banded mariposa lily.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The hillside was dotted with the vibrant purple blooms of Calochortus macrocarpus.
- Botanists study the habitat requirements of Calochortus macrocarpus to aid in its conservation.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical classification: The name is used in scientific contexts to precisely identify this species within the genus .
- The specimen was keyed out and confirmed to be Calochortus macrocarpus.
Variants and Related Words
- Mariposa lily: A common name for plants in the genus , which includes .
- Calochortus: The genus name, encompassing many similar bulbous perennial plants.
Synonyms
- Sagebrush mariposa lily
- Green-banded mariposa lily
Related Terms (Contextual)
- Bulb: The plant grows from a bulb, which is a typical storage organ for plants in its family.
- Perennial: A plant that lives for more than two years, which describes the life cycle of .
Noun
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mariposa having loose clusters of one to three handsome lilac flowers resembling umbels atop stout erect stems; arid northwestern North America east of Cascade Mountains from southern British Columbia to northern California
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