Asphodelus

/ˌæsfəˈdɛləs/ noun

The original scientific genus name for true asphodels, used in older taxonomic classifications.

Latinized form of Greek 'asphodelos,' used in classical botanical nomenclature before modern taxonomy reorganized plant families.

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