agapanthus
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Definition
Noun: * A perennial plant belonging to the genus Agapanthus, characterized by long, strap-like leaves and producing large, rounded clusters (umbels) of showy, trumpet-shaped flowers, typically in shades of blue or purple. It is also commonly known as the African lily or Lily of the Nile.
Usage
- Agapanthus is used as a common name for these ornamental garden plants.
- It functions as a singular noun. The standard plural form is agapanthuses.
Examples
- The border was dominated by tall, blue agapanthus.
- She planted several agapanthuses along the sunny path.
- The agapanthus in the terracotta pot is about to bloom.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical or horticultural contexts, the Latin genus name is often used to discuss species and cultivars, such as or 'Storm Cloud'.
Variants and Related Words
- African lily: A common name for agapanthus.
- Lily of the Nile: Another common name for agapanthus, though it is native to Southern Africa, not the Nile region.
Synonyms
- African lily
- Lily of the Nile
Different Meanings
- The word agapanthus refers specifically to plants in this genus and does not have other unrelated meanings.
Noun
- any of various plants of the genus Agapanthus having umbels of showy blue to purple flowers