What is the meaning of the word "hackelia"?
These plants play an important role in their ecosystems by supporting pollinators and using an effective seed dispersal mechanism.
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A genus of flowering plants in the borage family, typically found in North and Central America, known for their small, often blue or white flowers and their bristly seeds that stick to fur and clothing, aiding in seed dispersal.
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- Botanists were studying the various species of Hackelia to understand their ecological roles.
- Botanists were studying the various species of Hackelia to understand their ecological roles.