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rhodora

rhodora

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A North American shrub with pink or purple flowers
  • noun
  • /ˈroʊdərə/
  • US
: rhodora
  • We spotted a wild rhodora blooming along the edge of the forest trail.

Examples

  • The rhodora blooms beautifully in early spring.

  • Many gardeners love the rhodora for its vibrant colors.

  • The rhodora adds a splash of color to the garden each spring.

  • Many poets have admired the delicate beauty of the rhodora in their works.

  • The rhodora adds a splash of color to the garden each spring.

  • We spotted a wild rhodora blooming along the edge of the forest trail.

  • Many gardeners love the rhodora for its vibrant colors.

Surface Forms

rhodora singular
rhodoras plural

Etymology

Rhodora comes from an old Greek word rhodon meaning 'rose', the same root you see in rhododendron meaning 'rose tree', so the name fits a small shrub with pink, rose-like flowers.