actinomeris

noun

Meaning

A genus of perennial plants in the sunflower family, often characterized by their winged stems and yellow, ray-like flower heads.

Examples

  • The Actinomeris species are native to North America and thrive in moist, shaded woodlands.
  • Gardeners sometimes cultivate Actinomeris for their late-summer blooms that attract numerous pollinators.

Synonyms: plant, flower, perennial, genus