florist's chrysanthemum

Thân thiện

A florist's chrysanthemum sits in a simple vase on the windowsill.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A cultivated variety of chrysanthemum: "florist's chrysanthemum" refers to a type of chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium) that is specifically grown and bred for decorative and commercial purposes, typically by florists. It is known for its showy, often large and colorful flower heads.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The centerpiece was adorned with beautiful florist's chrysanthemums.
  • She ordered a bouquet featuring florist's chrysanthemums for the event.

Advanced Usage

• As a horticultural term: The term is used in botany and horticulture to distinguish commercially cultivated varieties from wild or simpler garden types.
  • The florist's chrysanthemum requires specific care to achieve its full bloom size.

Variants and Related Words

• Chrysanthemum (n): The broader genus of flowering plants in the daisy family.
• Mum (n, informal): A common shortened name for chrysanthemum, often used in casual conversation.
• Florist (n): A person who sells and arranges cut flowers.

Synonyms

• Cultivated chrysanthemum
• Decorative chrysanthemum
• Chrysanthemum morifolium (scientific name)

Related Phrases

• Pot mum: Often used to describe a florist's chrysanthemum sold as a potted plant.
• Cut chrysanthemum: Refers to florist's chrysanthemums grown for use as cut flowers in arrangements.

Học thuật

Noun

1. of China

Từ đồng nghĩa

• florists' chrysanthemum
• mum
• Dendranthema grandifloruom
• Chrysanthemum morifolium