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Kohleria

Kohleria

9.9
A small bush from Central and South America with bright flowers that look like tubes
  • noun
  • /koʊˈlɛəriə/
  • Specialized
: Kohleria
  • Several species of Kohleria thrive in shaded, humid environments in Central and South America.

Examples

  • The Kohleria genus produces vibrant flowers that are prized in horticultural collections.

  • Enthusiasts often hybridize Kohleria to create unique ornamental varieties.

  • The Kohleria plant thrives in warm climates.

  • Many gardeners love Kohleria for its vibrant flowers.

  • The Kohleria genus produces vibrant flowers that are prized in horticultural collections.

  • Several species of Kohleria thrive in shaded, humid environments in Central and South America.

  • Enthusiasts often hybridize Kohleria to create unique ornamental varieties.

Surface Forms

Kohleria singular
Kohlerias plural

Etymology

The word Kohleria is named after a gardener or plant collector called Kohler, and the ending -ia means 'of' or 'belonging to' in plant names. So Kohleria is like 'Kohler's plant', which helps you remember it is a group of tropical shrubs with bright, tubular flowers.