goldenbush

• Substantivo que designa plantas do gênero Haplopappus ou qualquer um dos diversos arbustos muito ramificados de flores amarelas do gênero Chrysothamnus, nativos do oeste da América do Norte.

A noun referring to a plant of the genus Haplopappus, or any of various much-branched yellow-flowered shrubs of the genus Chrysothamnus native to western North America.

1. Haplopappus genus plantC1formalamericanscientific

   A plant belonging to the genus Haplopappus, typically found in arid or semi-arid regions.

   Arbusto dourado

   • The goldenbush is often studied for its adaptation to dry climates.
   • Several species of goldenbush are endemic to the southwestern United States.
   • The yellow blooms of the goldenbush attract many pollinators in the desert.
   • Botanists classify this goldenbush under the Haplopappus genus.

2. Chrysothamnus genus shrubC1formalamericanscientific

   Any of several much-branched shrubs of the genus Chrysothamnus, characterized by yellow flowers and native to western North America.

   Arbusto-dourado

   • Goldenbush thrives in the rocky soils of western mountain slopes.
   • During late summer, the hillsides turn bright yellow from the flowering goldenbush.
   • Wildlife often uses goldenbush as a source of nectar and cover.
   • This particular goldenbush species is commonly found in the Great Basin region.