sea pink
Definition
Noun: 1. A perennial coastal plant: "Sea pink" refers to a low-growing, tufted perennial plant (Armeria maritima) commonly found on sea coasts and in mountainous regions of the northern temperate zone. It is characterized by its grass-like leaves and round clusters of small, pink flowers.
Usage
- "Sea pink" is used as a common name for a specific flowering plant. It is a countable noun.
- It is often discussed in contexts related to coastal ecology, gardening, and horticulture.
Examples
- Noun:
- The cliff path was lined with vibrant sea pink.
- Sea pink is highly tolerant of salty winds and poor soil.
- We planted sea pink as a ground cover in the rock garden.
Advanced Usage
- Horticultural Use: Occasionally cultivated in gardens as an ornamental ground cover or for rock gardens due to its hardiness and attractive flowers.
- For a low-maintenance border, consider using sea pink.
Variants and Related Words
- Thrift: Another common name for the same plant, .
- Armeria: The botanical genus name for sea pink and related species.
Synonyms
- Common thrift
- Armeria maritima (scientific name)
Noun
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tufted thrift of seacoasts and mountains of north temperate zone; occasionally grown as a ground cover
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