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hieracium

Pronunciation: [haɪˈrɛɪsiəm]

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Context: "biology"

(noun) a type of plant that belongs to the daisy family. These plants are often found in grassy areas and have bright yellow flowers. Many people see these flowers in gardens or wild areas.

Example

I saw a beautiful hieracium blooming in the park yesterday.

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We didn't find any hieracium during our nature walk.

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Have you ever looked closely at a hieracium flower?

Context: "botany"

(noun) a specific genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. This group includes many species that are known for their vibrant yellow flowers.

Example

The hieracium genus contains many species that are popular in gardens.

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The botanist said that hieracium plants were not present in this ecosystem.

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What are some characteristics of hieracium species?

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