Agathosma ciliata
Definition
A specific species of dwarf aromatic shrub within the genus Agathosma, structurally distinguished by its small, lanceolate leaves with margins fringed with fine, stiff hairs (cilia). This plant produces dense clusters of white or pale pink flowers and is valued both for its ornamental appeal in water-wise rock gardens and for the unique phytochemical compounds extracted from its foliar glands.
Bilingual Equivalents
- Agathosma ciliata
- Fringed buchu
Grammatical & Source Details
| Inflection Type | Binomial scientific nomenclature, structurally fixed and uninflected. |
| Formation | Formed by combining the genus 'Agathosma' with the Latin specific epithet 'ciliata' (fringed/ciliated), describing the hair-fringed leaf margins. |
| Spelling / Pronunciation | [ˌæɡ.ə.ˈθɒz.mə ˌsɪl.i.ˈɑː.tə] |
| Source | South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) Records |
Contextual Usage Examples
RO: În timpul primăverii, tufele de Agathosma ciliata sunt complet acoperite de flori mici, stelate, atractive pentru polenizatori.
EN: During spring, the Agathosma ciliata bushes are completely covered in small, starry flowers that attract pollinators.
RO: Un studiu recent a evaluat activitatea antimicrobiană a uleiului esențial distilat din Agathosma ciliata.
EN: A recent study evaluated the antimicrobial activity of the essential oil distilled from Agathosma ciliata.
RO: Identificarea corectă a speciei Agathosma ciliata se bazează pe analiza microscopică a firelor de păr de pe frunze.
EN: The correct identification of the Agathosma ciliata species relies on microscopic analysis of the hairs on the leaves.
Idioms & Phrases
Frunziș de Agathosma ciliata / Agathosma ciliata foliage
RO: Totalitatea frunzelor caracteristice acestei specii, remarcabile prin structura lor acicular-ciliată și mirosul mentolat.
EN: The ensemble of leaves characteristic of this species, notable for their acicular-ciliated structure and minty scent.
Ulei esențial de Agathosma ciliata / Agathosma ciliata essential oil
RO: Produs volatil obținut prin hidrodistilare, compus în principal din terpene aromatice complexe.
EN: A volatile product obtained through hydrodistillation, primarily composed of complex aromatic terpenes.
Cultivar de Agathosma ciliata / Agathosma ciliata cultivar
RO: Varietate selectată artificial pentru uz horticol, adaptată la cultivarea în ghivece sau borduri ornamentale.
EN: A variety artificially selected for horticultural use, adapted forcultivation in pots or ornamental borders.
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