Amaryllis belladonna
Definition
Noun: * Amaryllis belladonna: A bulbous plant (Amaryllis belladonna) native to South Africa. It is characterized by producing leafless flower stalks in late summer or autumn, topped with clusters of fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that are typically white or rose-pink in color. Also commonly known as the "naked lady" because the flowers appear without leaves.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The garden was spectacular in autumn when the amaryllis belladonna bloomed.
- She planted amaryllis belladonna bulbs for their beautiful, fragrant flowers.
- Unlike many plants, the amaryllis belladonna sends up its flower stalk independently of its foliage.
Advanced Usage
- Horticultural Context: The term is used precisely to refer to this specific species within the Amaryllidaceae family, distinguishing it from other plants in the genus , which are often sold as "amaryllis" for indoor forcing.
- True Amaryllis belladonna is a hardy perennial for warm climates, while the common Christmas amaryllis is usually a Hippeastrum hybrid.
Variants and Related Words
- Belladonna lily: A common name for .
- Naked lady: A colloquial name for , referring to its leafless flower stalk.
- Amaryllidaceae: The botanical family to which this plant belongs.
Synonyms
- Belladonna lily
- Naked lady (informal)
Noun
-
amaryllis of South Africa often cultivated for its fragrant white or rose flowers
Khám phá thêm
Các từ liên quan
Từ đồng nghĩa