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Epigaea

Epigaea

9.9
A small low bush that stays green and has sweet smelling pink or white flowers
  • noun
  • /ˌɛpɪˈɡiːə/
  • Specialized
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  • The woods were dotted with blooming Epigaea in early spring.

Examples

  • Many gardeners prize Epigaea for its fragrant pink and white flowers.

  • The Epigaea blooms beautifully in the spring.

  • Botanists studied the unique growth patterns of Epigaea in the wild.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the Epigaea for its fragrant flowers.

  • Many gardeners prize Epigaea for its fragrant pink and white flowers.

  • The woods were dotted with blooming Epigaea in early spring.

  • Botanists studied the unique growth patterns of Epigaea in the wild.

Compounds

Epigaea repens
  • Specialized
9.9

A low evergreen shrub with thick, tough leaves and groups of fragrant pink or white flowers

Surface Forms

Epigaea singular
Epigaeas plural

Etymology

Epigaea comes from Greek parts epi- meaning 'upon' and gaea meaning 'earth'. That's why the name suits these low, creeping shrubs that grow right on the ground.