pulsatilla vulgaris

Thân thiện

A purple pulsatilla vulgaris blooms in a sunny meadow.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A European perennial herb: "Pulsatilla vulgaris" is the scientific name for a specific flowering plant species native to Europe.
   • Common names: This plant is commonly known as the pasqueflower or common pasqueflower.
   • Botanical characteristics: It is characterized by its bell-shaped, usually violet or white flowers that bloom in spring, and its finely divided, hairy leaves.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The meadow was dotted with the purple blooms of Pulsatilla vulgaris.
  • Pulsatilla vulgaris is often found growing on calcareous grasslands.
  • Conservation efforts are important for protecting native species like Pulsatilla vulgaris.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical and horticultural contexts: The name is used precisely to identify the species within scientific, gardening, or ecological discussions.
  • The genus Pulsatilla, which includes Pulsatilla vulgaris, is known for its early spring flowering.
• In historical or folk contexts: Sometimes referenced for its traditional uses or symbolism.
  • Pulsatilla vulgaris has a history of use in some traditional herbal practices.

Variants and Related Words

• Pasqueflower (n): The most common English name for this plant.
  • The pasqueflower is a protected species in many parts of Europe.
• Common pasqueflower (n): Another vernacular name specifying this particular species.
• Pulsatilla (n): The genus name to which this species belongs.
  • Several Pulsatilla species are popular in rock gardens.

Synonyms

• Pasqueflower: The standard common name.
• Common pasqueflower: A more descriptive common name.
• European pasqueflower: A name highlighting its geographic origin.

Notes on Usage

• Scientific nomenclature: "Pulsatilla vulgaris" is always written in italics in formal texts. The genus name (Pulsatilla) is capitalized, while the species epithet (vulgaris) is not.
• Specificity: This term refers exclusively to this one species. It is not a general term for any purple or spring flower.

Học thuật

Noun

1. European perennial having usually violet or white spring flowers

Từ đồng nghĩa

• European pasqueflower
• Pulsatilla vulgaris
• Anemone pulsatilla