What is another word for compass flower?
Pronunciation: [kˈʌmpəs flˈa͡ʊə] (IPA) 
The compass flower, also known as the rosinweed or compass plant, is a perennial wildflower known for its unique ability to align its leaves in a north-south direction to minimize water loss. This plant has garnered several synonyms in the plant world due to its distinct features and adaptation. Some of the synonyms of compass flower include gumweed, polar plant, and sunflower of the prairie. The gumweed moniker refers to the plant's sticky sap, while polar plant speaks to its ability to align itself with the earth's magnetic field. The sunflower of the prairie alias, on the other hand, describes its bright yellow flowers that resemble those of traditional sunflowers.
