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Cestrum

Cestrum

9.9
A tropical shrub or small tree with strong, sweet flowers grown in gardens
  • noun
  • /ˈsɛstrəm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Cestrum
  • Many gardeners choose to plant Cestrum for its showy, fragrant flowers.

Examples

  • The scent of Cestrum filled the air on warm summer evenings.

  • Bees are often attracted to Cestrum blossoms in the garden.

  • The Cestrum plant is known for its sweet fragrance.

  • Many gardeners love Cestrums for their vibrant blooms.

  • Many gardeners choose to plant Cestrum for its showy, fragrant flowers.

  • The scent of Cestrum filled the air on warm summer evenings.

  • Bees are often attracted to Cestrum blossoms in the garden.

Synonyms

genus Cestrum
vsCestrum
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of sweet-smelling tropical American shrubs from the same family as tomatoes grown for their flowers

emphasizes native range and includes small trees as well as ornamental use

Compounds

Cestrum nocturnum
  • Specialized
9.9

A shrub with small white flowers that smell very strong at night

genus Cestrum
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of sweet-smelling tropical American shrubs from the same family as tomatoes grown for their flowers

Surface Forms

Cestrum singular
Cestrums plural

Etymology

The word Cestrum is a Latin plant name given to a group of fragrant shrubs and small trees. Think of it like the Latin name for rose: a simple, formal label that tells gardeners these are scent-filled plants, which is why Cestrum today means those fragrant garden shrubs.