Petunia
/pi'tju:njə/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A type of flowering plant: A plant belonging to the genus Petunia, native to South America, widely cultivated for its showy, funnel-shaped flowers in various colors.
- The flower of this plant: The brightly colored, often trumpet-shaped bloom of the petunia plant.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- She planted red and white petunias in the window box.
- The garden was a vibrant mix of petunias and marigolds.
Advanced Usage
- "Wave petunia": A specific cultivar series known for its trailing growth habit and prolific flowering, often used in hanging baskets.
- The Wave petunias spilled beautifully over the edges of the container.
Variants and Related Words
- Genus Petunia (n): The botanical genus name for these plants.
- Petunias belong to the family Solanaceae.
Synonyms
- Flowering plant: A plant that produces flowers.
- Ornamental: A plant grown for decorative purposes.
Related Phrases
- Bedding plant: A plant, like the petunia, suitable for planting in flower beds for seasonal display.
- Petunias are popular as bedding plants for summer color.
Noun
- annual or perennial herbs or shrubs of tropical South America
- any of numerous tropical herbs having fluted funnel-shaped flowers