spring cress
Definition
Noun: 1. A small plant with white flowers: "Spring cress" is the common name for a specific species of flowering plant, Cardamine bulbosa, belonging to the mustard family (Brassicaceae). It is characterized by its small, white, four-petaled flowers. 2. A plant of wet habitats: This plant is typically found growing in moist or wet environments, such as meadows, stream banks, and spring-fed areas.
Examples of Usage
Advanced Usage
- In botanical classification: The term is used specifically for and is part of a precise scientific and common naming system for flora.
- The field guide lists spring cress under the genus Cardamine.
Variants and Related Words
- Bittercress (n): A common name for other plants in the same genus (), which may share similar habitats or appearances.
- (n): The scientific Latin name for spring cress.
Synonyms
- Bulbous bittercress: Another common name for the same plant species, referring to its bulb-like root structure.
Noun
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small white-flowered cress common in wet places in eastern North America
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