prairie dock
"Prairie dock" is a notable plant in North American prairies, recognized for its height, large leaves, and yellow flowers.
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Definition
B2Botany
(technical, academic)A tall perennial plant with large, coarse leaves and yellow flowers, native to North American prairies.
Example
- The prairie dock stands out in the field with its bright yellow flowers and towering height.
C1Ecology
(technical)A species of flowering plant in the aster family, thriving in prairie ecosystems and open areas with limestone or dolomite rock.
Example
- Ecologists often study prairie dock to understand prairie ecosystem dynamics.
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