Anagallis

noun

Meaning

A genus of low-growing plants in the primrose family, typically featuring small, brightly colored flowers that bloom in open fields or gardens.

Examples

  • The bright blue petals of the anagallis are a common sight in Mediterranean meadows during the spring.
  • Gardeners often mistake the common anagallis for a weed because of its rapid growth in moist soil.

Synonyms: pimpernel