Arnoseris

/ɑrnoʊˈsɛrɪs/ noun

Definition

A genus of small flowering plants in the aster family, found in Mediterranean regions.

Etymology

Scientific Latin genus name, likely combining 'arno-' (possibly from a river name) and Greek 'seris' meaning 'plant' or 'chicory-like plant'.

Kelly Says

Arnoseris are tiny delicate flowers that grow wild in Mediterranean regions and are practically unknown outside of botanical circles—they're like the secret wildflowers that only hardcore plant nerds know about!

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