coreopsis maritima
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Definition
Noun: * A stout herbaceous plant (Coreopsis maritima) characterized by producing a single flower on each stalk. It is an ornamental plant cultivated from a wildflower native to Mexico.
Usage
- This term is used specifically in botanical and horticultural contexts to refer to this particular species of plant.
- It functions as a proper noun, the scientific/common name for the plant, and is typically not pluralized or used with articles in general reference (e.g., "The garden features ").
Examples
- The coastal garden was designed to include drought-tolerant species like Coreopsis maritima.
- Coreopsis maritima, with its bright yellow solitary flowers, thrives in sandy, well-drained soil.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic writing, the binomial name is always italicized.
- It may be referred to informally by part of its name in gardening circles, e.g., "The maritima is doing well this season."
Variants and Related Words
- Sea Dahlia: A common name for , referencing its habitat and showy flower.
- Coreopsis (n.): The genus to which this plant belongs, comprising many species often called "tickseed."
Synonyms
- Sea Dahlia
Different Meanings
- This term has only one specific meaning as a botanical name for a particular plant species. It is not used idiomatically or in other contexts.
Noun
- stout herb with flowers one to a stalk; ornamental developed from a Mexican wildflower