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echinops

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun echinops has 1 sense
  1. Echinops, genus Echinops - genus of Mediterranean and Eurasian herbs: globe thistles
    --1 is a kind of asterid dicot genus
    --1 is a member of
     Compositae, family Compositae, Asteraceae, family Asteraceae, aster family
    --1 has members: globe thistle

Definitions from the Web

Echinops

Description:

Echinops is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, commonly known as globe thistles. These plants are characterized by their spiny, spherical flower heads and coarse foliage.


Sample sentences:

  • The echinops in the garden added a touch of color with its vibrant blue flowers.
  • The herbal extract of echinops is believed to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine.
  • The gardener carefully pruned the echinops to maintain its compact shape.
  • Visitors to the botanical garden were captivated by the unique beauty of the echinops species on display.

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