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Polianthes

Polianthes

9.9
A group of plants from Mexico with fragrant white, lily-like flowers
  • noun
  • /ˌpoʊliˈænθiːz/
  • Specialized
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  • The best-known member of Polianthes is the tuberose, used in perfumery.

Examples

  • Several species in the Polianthes genus are popular in ornamental gardening.

  • Polianthes is admired for its fragrant and attractive white blossoms.

  • The Polianthes plant thrives in warm climates.

  • Have you seen the beautiful Polianthes flowers in the garden?

  • Polianthes is admired for its fragrant and attractive white blossoms.

  • Several species in the Polianthes genus are popular in ornamental gardening.

  • The best-known member of Polianthes is the tuberose, used in perfumery.

Compounds

Polianthes tuberosa
  • Specialized
9.9

A Mexican plant that people grow for its very fragrant white flowers on tall spikes

Surface Forms

Polianthes singular
Poliantheses plural

Etymology

Polianthes comes from Greek parts poli- and -anthes, with -anthes meaning 'flower'. So the name helps you remember that Polianthes is a group of plants known for their pale, sweet-smelling flowers.