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tail-flower

tail-flower

9.9
A tropical plant with large bright leaves and a long showy flower spike
  • noun
  • /ˈteɪlˌflaʊər/
  • US
translation icon : flor de cola
  • The tail-flower is prized in tropical gardens for its vivid red spathes.

Examples

  • Many hotels in the region decorate their lobbies with tail-flowers for their exotic appearance.

  • She arranged a bouquet featuring a striking tail-flower at its center.

  • The tail-flower blooms beautifully in the summer.

  • I bought a tail-flower for my garden.

  • The tail-flower is known for its glossy leaves and vibrant flower spikes.

  • In tropical climates, the tail-flower adds a splash of color to gardens and landscapes.

  • Florists often use the stunning tail-flower to create elegant arrangements for special occasions.

Synonyms

anthurium
vstail-flower
1 9.9

A tropical plant with shiny heart-shaped red or pink flowers and green leaves

is a broader common term covering several species including the genus
tailflower
vstail-flower
  • US
9.9

A tropical plant with bright leaves and showy flowers used for decoration

has identical meaning but appears hyphenated

Surface Forms

tail-flower singular
tail-flowers plural

Morphology

tail-flower = tail + flower (semi-transparent) = tail + flower

Formed as tail + flower, so components are clear, but the term refers to specific ornamental plants and the exact referent is specialized vocabulary.

Etymology

Tail-flower is a simple picture word made from tail and flower. It was given to tropical plants like anthurium because their long flower spike looks like a 'tail', so the name helps you remember the plant's showy, tail-like bloom.