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Convallaria

Convallaria

9.9
A small plant with white bell-shaped flowers that smell sweet
  • noun
  • /kənˈvæl.ər.i.ə/
  • Specialized
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  • Convallaria is best known for its fragrant bell-shaped flowers commonly called lily of the valley.

Examples

  • The shady woodland garden was filled with clusters of Convallaria in spring.

  • I planted Convallaria in my garden last spring.

  • Botanists debated whether Convallaria should remain in the Convallariaceae or be placed in another family.

  • The fragrance of Convallaria fills the air in May.

  • Convallaria, commonly known as lily of the valley, thrives in shaded areas of gardens.

  • In the springtime, clusters of Convallaria bloom, bringing a sweet scent to the woodland paths.

  • Many people enjoy the sight of Convallaria in full bloom during garden tours in May.

Synonyms

lily of the valley
vsConvallaria
2 5.3

A small garden plant with broad leaves and white bell-shaped flowers that smell sweet

is the broader genus name that includes that species and related plants
wild lily of the valley
vsConvallaria
8.0

A low evergreen plant with round leaves and strong sweet white flowers

is the general genus term, not limited to wild regional forms

Compounds

Convallaria majalis
  • Specialized
9.9

A low plant with two leaves, small sweet white bell-shaped flowers and poisonous red berries

Surface Forms

Convallaria singular
Convallarias plural

Etymology

Convallaria comes from Latin parts con- and vallis 'valley', the same root as the English word valley. That's why Convallaria, the lily of the valley, is named for the low, shady places where it often grows.