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tragopogon dubius

 

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Noun tragopogon dubius has 1 sense
  1. yellow salsify, Tragopogon dubius - European perennial naturalized throughout United States having hollow stems with a few long narrow tapered leaves and each bearing a solitary pale yellow flower
    --1 is a kind of wildflower, wild flower

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Term: tragopogon dubius

Description:

Tragopogon dubius, commonly known as yellow goat's beard, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia but has naturalized in various regions around the world. This herbaceous plant is typically found in fields, meadows, and waste areas. It is known for its bright yellow composite flowers and feathery seed heads.

Parts of Speech:

  1. Noun:
    • Singular: tragopogon dubius
    • Plural: tragopogon dubii
  2. Adjective: tragopogon dubius

Senses:

Noun Sense:

A plant of the Asteraceae family, native to Europe and Asia, with bright yellow composite flowers and feathery seed heads.

Adjective Sense:

Describing something pertaining to or characteristic of Tragopogon dubius.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

The bright yellow flowers of tragopogon dubius add a vibrant touch to the meadow.

Local Usage:

In this region, tragopogon dubius is considered a weed and often removed from agricultural fields.

Sample Sentences:

1. The tragopogon dubius plant is commonly found in wildflower meadows.

2. The bright yellow flowers of tragopogon dubius attracted butterflies and bees.

3. Tragopogon dubius has naturalized in North America and can be seen along roadsides.

4. The farmer cleared the tragopogon dubius from his field to prevent it from spreading.

5. The delicate seed heads of tragopogon dubius were blown away by the wind.

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