chinese primrose
Definition
Noun: 1. A cultivated flowering plant: A specific variety of primrose (Primula sinensis) originally from Asia, known for its showy, brightly colored flowers often grown as a houseplant or in ornamental gardens.
Examples
- The Chinese primrose on the windowsill bloomed with vibrant pink flowers.
- She prefers growing Chinese primroses because they add color to her home during the winter months.
- This greenhouse specializes in rare varieties, including several types of Chinese primrose.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical and horticultural contexts, "Chinese primrose" specifically refers to and its many cultivated hybrids, distinguished from other primula species by its leaf shape and flower structure.
Variants and Related Words
- Primula sinensis (n): The formal botanical Latin name for the Chinese primrose.
- Primrose (n): The general common name for plants in the genus , which includes the Chinese primrose.
Synonyms
- Primula sinensis (n): The scientific synonym.
- Florist's primrose (n): A common name sometimes used for cultivated varieties sold as potted plants.
Noun
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cultivated Asiatic primrose
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