noun
- Plural of eremurus; tall perennial plants of the lily family with spiky flower clusters, native to Asia and cultivated as ornamentals.
Usage: Botanical term; also called foxtail lilies or desert candles.; Singular form: eremurus.
Examples
- The garden featured several eremuruses with their distinctive tall, slender flower spikes.
- Eremuruses bloom in late spring and add dramatic height to perennial borders.
- These eremuruses require well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight to thrive.
- The yellow and pink eremuruses created a striking display in the botanical garden.
- Gardeners often plant eremuruses in groups for maximum visual impact.