achimenes
Definition
Noun: A flowering plant belonging to the genus Achimenes, characterized by its ornamental, showy, bell-shaped flowers that are similar in appearance to those of gloxinia plants.
Usage
The word "achimenes" is used specifically as a botanical name to refer to these tropical perennial plants, which are often grown as houseplants or in greenhouses for their attractive blooms. * The florist recommended an achimenes for the hanging basket due to its cascading growth and vibrant flowers. * Her collection of gesneriads includes several varieties of achimenes.
Advanced Usage
- In horticulture, the term is used to discuss cultivation, hybridization, or the taxonomy of plants within this genus.
- The hybridizer developed a new achimenes with increased heat tolerance.
Variants and Related Words
- Common Name: While "achimenes" is the standard botanical name, these plants are sometimes commonly called "hot water plants" or "cupid's bower" in gardening circles.
- Genus Name: (used in italics in scientific writing).
Synonyms
- Hot water plant (common name)
- Cupid's bower (common name)
Different Meanings
The word "achimenes" has a single, specific meaning as a botanical term and does not have other common definitions.
Noun
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any plant of the genus Achimenes having showy bell-shaped flowers that resemble gloxinias
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