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polyanthus

polyanthus

9.9
A garden flower with many small bright blooms that appears in early spring
  • noun
  • /ˌpɑːliˈænθəs/
translation icon : poliantus
  • In spring, polyanthus bloom in a variety of shades, attracting many visitors to the park.

Examples

  • Beds of polyanthus roses trim the garden of the missing, while a variety of trees grace the lawn areas.

    Academic text (2009)

  • The garden was full of vibrant polyanthus, their colorful flowers brightening up the landscape.

  • I decided to plant polyanthus along the front of my house for a burst of color during the colder months.

Synonyms

Primula polyantha
vspolyanthus
  • Specialized
9.9

A garden plant made by crossing primroses that has bright clusters of spring flowers

is the common term for individual cultivated colorful hybrids

Surface Forms

polyanthus singular
polyanthuses plural

Morphology

polyanthus = poly + anthus

The word is historically built from Greek poly- 'many' plus a flower element, but that base is not a transparent standalone English word, so most learners will not infer the botanical meaning.

Etymology

Polyanthus comes from Greek roots poly- 'many' and anthos 'flower'. So polyanthus literally means 'many flowers', which explains why this primrose group is known for its many bright blooms.