Definition

Noun: 1. A species of flowering plant: Hydrangea paniculata is a specific botanical name for a type of deciduous shrub or small tree belonging to the Hydrangea genus. It is characterized by its distinctive, large, cone-shaped (pyramidal) clusters of flowers.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • I planted a Hydrangea paniculata in my garden for its late summer blooms.
  • The Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' is a popular cultivar with greenish-white flowers.
  • Unlike mophead hydrangeas, Hydrangea paniculata blooms on new wood, making it easier to prune.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical/horticultural contexts: The name is used precisely to distinguish this species from others in the genus (e.g., , ). It is often followed by a cultivar name in single quotes.
  • For a smaller space, consider Hydrangea paniculata 'Bobo'.

Variants and Related Words

• Panicle hydrangea (n): A common name for , directly describing its flower structure (a panicle).
• Tree hydrangea (n): Another common name, referring to its potential to be trained into a small tree form.
• Paniculata (adj): The specific epithet used in the botanical name, meaning "with panicles" (loose, branching flower clusters).

Synonyms

• Panicle hydrangea
• Tree hydrangea

Related Phrases

• Panicle: (n) A loose, branching cluster of flowers, which is the defining characteristic of this plant's bloom structure.
• Cultivar: (n) A plant variety produced by selective breeding, often seen following the species name (e.g., 'Grandiflora').

Noun

1. deciduous shrub or small tree with pyramidal flower clusters