echinops

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Noun echinops has 1 sense

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

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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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