Arenaria

/ˌærɪˈnɛəriə/ noun

A genus of small flowering plants commonly called sandworts, typically found in sandy or gravelly habitats.

From Latin 'arenarius' (of sand), describing plants that thrive in sandy soils. Named for their preferred habitat rather than appearance.

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