waxflower
- noun
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flor de cera
- Botanists studied the waxflower because of its unique epiphytic growth.
Examples
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The rare waxflower thrives on the tall trees of British Guiana's rainforests.
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The glossy leaves and star-shaped blooms make the waxflower easily recognizable.
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The waxflower blooms beautifully in the spring.
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Many gardeners love the waxflower for its unique appearance.
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The waxflower produces stunning, waxy blossoms that attract a variety of pollinators.
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In British Guiana, the waxflower is often found growing on large trees, thriving in the humid environment.
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During our hike, we spotted a rare waxflower blossoming high in the canopy, its flowers glistening in the sunlight.
Synonyms
A tropical plant that grows on tree branches in British Guiana
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word waxflower comes from wax and flower because this plant has glossy, wax-like blooms that look smooth and lasting. That's why people call the Clusia that often grows on other trees in tropical forests a 'waxflower'.
