anemone occidentalis

noun

Meaning

A perennial wildflower native to western North America, known for its large, solitary white flowers and feathery, plume-like seed heads.

Examples

  • The anemone occidentalis is commonly found growing in subalpine and alpine regions.
  • Botanists identify the anemone occidentalis by its distinct, long-styled seed heads that resemble small mops.

Synonyms: pasqueflower, wildflower