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Chorizema

Chorizema

9.9
A group of Australian climbing plants and small shrubs with bright flowers
  • noun
  • /kəˈrɪzəmə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Chorizema
  • The garden was brightened by the brilliant flowers of Chorizema lining the fence.

Examples

  • Many Australian landscapes feature colorful displays of Chorizema in the springtime.

  • Many gardeners love to cultivate Chorizema for its beauty.

  • Botanists often study the unique adaptation strategies of Chorizema species in harsh environments.

  • The Chorizema plant is known for its vibrant colors.

  • Many Australian landscapes feature colorful displays of Chorizema in the springtime.

  • The garden was brightened by the brilliant flowers of Chorizema lining the fence.

  • Many gardeners love to cultivate Chorizema for its beauty.

Synonyms

flame pea
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  • Australian
9.9

An Australian shrub or climbing plant with bright orange red flowers

is the specific botanical genus for those Australian shrubs and vines

Surface Forms

Chorizema singular
Chorizemas plural

Etymology

Chorizema comes from the Greek parts chorizo ('separate') and sema ('mark'). A helpful way to remember the name is to think of the flowers' clear, separate marks or colors, which fits these bright Australian 'flame pea' plants.