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chincherinchee

chincherinchee

9.9
A plant from South Africa with long spikes of white flowers used in bouquets
  • noun
  • South African
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  • The florist included a single chincherinchee in the winter bouquet for a touch of elegance.

Examples

  • Chincherinchee flowers are prized for their beauty and longevity in floral arrangements.

  • She grows chincherinchees in her garden and sends them to friends during the colder months.

  • The chincherinchee blooms beautifully in the spring.

  • I bought a chincherinchee for my garden.

  • Chincherinchee flowers bring a unique elegance to any floral display with their stunning spikes.

  • In her garden, she carefully nurtures chincherinchees for vibrant summer arrangements.

  • During the event, the centerpiece featured a beautiful chincherinchee, showcasing its lovely white blossoms.

Synonyms

Ornithogalum thyrsoides
vschincherinchee
  • Specialized
9.9

A South African plant with long spikes of white flowers grown for cut flowers

emphasizes that blooms last longer rather than only having long spikes
wonder flower
vschincherinchee
  • South African
9.7

A South African plant with long white spikes often used in winter bouquets

is used generally as cut flowers rather than mainly for winter export

Surface Forms

chincherinchee singular
chincherinchees plural

Etymology

Chincherinchee comes from a South African local name for this pretty plant. A helpful way to remember it is to imagine its long, white flower spikes that seem to 'ring' like little bells and stay fresh for a long time in bouquets, which is why florists often use them as cut flowers.