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hippeastrum

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun hippeastrum has 1 sense
  1. hippeastrum, Hippeastrum puniceum - amaryllis of tropical America often cultivated as a houseplant for its showy white to red flowers
    --1 is a kind of amaryllis
    --1 is a member of genus Hippeastrum

Definitions from the Web

Hippeastrum

Definition:

Hippeastrum is a genus of flowering plants from the Amaryllis family, commonly known as amaryllis.

Senses:

  • Noun: A bulbous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions, widely cultivated for its showy flowers.
  • Noun: The large, brightly colored flower of the hippeastrum plant.

Sample Sentences:

  • The hippeastrum is a favorite among gardeners due to its striking blooms.
  • I received a beautiful hippeastrum as a gift that brightens up my living room.
  • The hippeastrum bulbs need to be planted in well-drained soil for optimal growth.
  • The hippeastrum is often associated with the holiday season.

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