Pronunciation of 'Camassia'
Camassia is a genus of plants native to North America, known for their star-shaped flowers and historical significance as a food source for indigenous peoples. Pronounced as kuh-MASS-ee-uh in English.
Word Origin
The word 'Camassia' originates from the Native American term 'quamash,' which refers to the edible bulbs of these plants.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of plants native to North America, known for their edible bulbs and star-shaped flowers.
Pronounced as ‘kuh-MASS-ee-uh’, with stress on the second syllable. ‘kuh’ as in ‘cup’, ‘MASS’ as in ‘mass’, ‘ee-uh’ as in ‘idea’.