cardinal flower

Thân thiện

The cardinal flower blooms brightly along the creek bank.

Definition

Noun: 1. A North American perennial plant (Lobelia cardinalis) with tall spikes of brilliant red flowers: This term refers specifically to a species of flowering plant native to wetlands and stream banks in North America, known for its vibrant, intense red blossoms.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The brilliant red of the cardinal flower attracts hummingbirds.
  • We planted cardinal flowers along the edge of the pond to add a splash of color.
  • The cardinal flower is a native species that thrives in moist soil.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical or horticultural contexts: The term is used precisely to denote the species , often discussed for its ecological value and cultivation requirements.
  • Gardeners value the cardinal flower for its ability to thrive in rain gardens.

Variants and Related Words

• Cardinalflower (noun): An alternative, sometimes hyphenated or closed spelling (, ).
• Lobelia (noun): The genus to which the cardinal flower belongs.
• Red lobelia (noun): A descriptive common name.

Synonyms

• Lobelia cardinalis (noun): The scientific binomial name.
• Scarlet lobelia (noun): Another common name emphasizing the flower's color.

Học thuật

Noun

1. North American lobelia having brilliant red flowers

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Indian pink
• Lobelia cardinalis