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semaphore plant

/ˈsɛməfɔːr plɑːnt/

翻译: 某些山蚂蝗属(Desmodium)植物的俗称,尤指舞草(Desmodium gyrans,曾称Codariocalyx motorius),其小叶能作旋转或跳动运动,形似信号旗的摆动。

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/ˈsɛməfɔːr plɑːnt/formalscientific
  • zh某些山蚂蝗属(Desmodium)植物的俗称,尤指舞草(Desmodium gyrans,曾称Codariocalyx motorius),其小叶能作旋转或跳动运动,形似信号旗的摆动。

A common name for certain species of plants in the genus Desmodium, particularly Desmodium gyrans (formerly Codariocalyx motorius), known for its small lateral leaflets that move in a circular or jerking motion, resembling semaphore signaling.

  1. A tropical shrub with moving leavesC1formal

    A tropical shrub (Codariocalyx motorius) known for its ability to move its leaflets rapidly, often in response to light or touch, resembling a semaphore signal.

    zh会跳舞的植物

    • The semaphore plant is often studied for its unique leaf movements.
    • In the greenhouse, the semaphore plant's leaflets danced in the sunlight.
    • Botanists are fascinated by the rapid movements of the semaphore plant.