celosia
Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of flowering plants in the amaranth family, Amaranthaceae. These plants are known for their brightly colored, often plume-like or crested flower heads. They are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Asia, and Africa. The common name is "cockscomb."
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The garden was vibrant with red and yellow celosia.
- She planted celosia for its unique, velvety flower heads.
- Some species of celosia are also grown as leafy vegetables.
Advanced Usage
- In Horticulture: Celosia is prized as an ornamental annual for its long-lasting, vivid blooms and its tolerance of heat and humidity. The two main cultivated forms are var. (cockscomb, with crested heads) and var. (plumed celosia, with feathery heads).
- In Botany: The genus name is derived from the Greek word , meaning "burning," referring to the flame-like appearance of the flower heads.
Variants and Related Words
- Cockscomb: The common name for var. .
- Plumed Celosia / Feather Celosia: The common name for var. .
- Woolflower: Another common name for celosia.
- Amaranthaceae: The plant family to which celosia belongs.
Synonyms
- Cockscomb (specifically for the crested variety)
- Woolflower
Related Phrases
- Celosia argentea: The most widely cultivated species.
- Celosia cristata: A synonym often used for the crested form.
- Celosia plumosa: A synonym often used for the plumed form.
Noun
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annual or perennial herbs or vines of tropical and subtropical America and Asia and Africa
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