great yellow gentian

Thân thiện

The great yellow gentian blooms on a sunny alpine slope.

Definition

Noun: - A robust European perennial plant with clusters of yellow flowers: This term refers specifically to a species of flowering plant, Gentiana lutea, known for its tall stature, sturdy build, and distinctive yellow blossoms.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The great yellow gentian is often found in alpine meadows.
  • Herbalists have used the root of the great yellow gentian for centuries.
  • We spotted a magnificent great yellow gentian during our hike in the mountains.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical contexts: The term is used precisely to identify the species within scientific, horticultural, or ecological discussions.
  • The study focused on the pollination biology of the great yellow gentian.

Variants and Related Words

• Gentiana lutea (n): The scientific (Latin) name for the great yellow gentian.
• Gentian (n): The broader genus name to which this plant belongs. Many other gentian species exist, typically with blue flowers.
• Yellow gentian (n): A common shorter form used to refer to the same plant.

Synonyms

• Gentiana lutea: The formal botanical synonym.
• Yellow gentian: A common name synonym.

Học thuật

Noun

1. robust European perennial having clusters of yellow flowers

Từ đồng nghĩa

• gentiana lutea