Definition

1. Noun:
   • A Eurasian herb with a cluster of leaves and orange-red bell-shaped flowers at the top of the stem: "Crown imperial" is the common name for Fritillaria imperialis, a perennial flowering plant known for its striking appearance.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The crown imperial is a majestic addition to any spring garden.
  • We planted several crown imperials along the garden path.
  • The distinctive scent of the crown imperial flower is quite strong.

Advanced Usage

• As a botanical specimen: The term is used in horticulture and botany to specifically refer to this species.
  • The crown imperial, while beautiful, can be challenging to cultivate in wet soils.

Variants and Related Words

• Fritillaria imperialis (n): The scientific Latin name for the crown imperial plant.
• Imperial fritillary (n): Another common name for the same plant.

Synonyms

• Fritillary: A more general term for plants in the genus, which includes the crown imperial.

Noun

1. Eurasian herb with a cluster of leaves and orange-red bell-shaped flowers at the top of the stem