common cockscomb
Definition
- Noun:
- A garden annual plant with featherlike spikes of red or yellow flowers: "Common cockscomb" refers to a specific flowering plant, Celosia argentea var. cristata, known for its distinctive, brightly colored, velvety flower heads that resemble a rooster's comb.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The common cockscomb added a vibrant splash of crimson to the summer border.
- She planted common cockscomb for its unique, textured blooms.
Advanced Usage
- Horticultural Context: The term is used specifically in gardening and botany to identify this cultivar.
- For a drought-tolerant annual with striking form, consider the common cockscomb.
Variants and Related Words
- Cockscomb (noun): A common shortened form for "common cockscomb."
- Celosia (noun): The broader genus name for plants including the common cockscomb.
- Celosia argentea var. cristata (noun): The full botanical name.
Synonyms
- Crested cockscomb: Another name for the same plant variety.
- Woolflower: A common name for celosia plants with similar flower forms.
Related Phrases
- "Cockscomb flower": A descriptive phrase often used interchangeably with the common name.
- The cockscomb flower is a popular choice for autumn displays.
Noun
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garden annual with featherlike spikes of red or yellow flowers
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