What is the meaning of the word "machaeranthera"?

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  1. A genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to North America, particularly in the western United States and Mexico. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Machaeranthera species are important for maintaining biodiversity in arid regions, providing nectar for pollinators and seeds for birds. copy to clipboard
  2. Genus of flowering plants that produce brightly colored, daisy-like flowers. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The bright purple flowers of the Machaeranthera stood out against the dry, rocky landscape of the desert. copy to clipboard

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