aureolaria

noun

Meaning

A genus of flowering plants in the broomrape family, commonly known as false foxgloves, which are hemiparasitic and often grow attached to the roots of oak trees.

Examples

  • The botanist identified the specimen as Aureolaria virginica due to its characteristic pubescent stems.
  • Many species of Aureolaria rely on specific bee pollinators to ensure successful seed production.

Synonyms: false foxglove, oak-leech