kolkwitzia
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of flowering plants: "Kolkwitzia" is a genus in the family Caprifoliaceae, containing a single species.
- A specific ornamental shrub: It refers specifically to the deciduous shrub Kolkwitzia amabilis, commonly known as the beauty bush, valued for its arching branches and showy pink flowers.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The garden's centerpiece was a mature kolkwitzia covered in pale pink blossoms.
- He is studying the phylogenetic placement of the genus Kolkwitzia within the honeysuckle family.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical nomenclature: The word "Kolkwitzia" is always capitalized, as it is a proper noun denoting a genus name.
- The correct binomial is Kolkwitzia amabilis.
Variants and Related Words
- Beauty bush (n): The common name for .
- The beauty bush is a popular choice for cottage gardens.
Synonyms
- Genus Kolkwitzia: The formal taxonomic term.
- Kolkwitzia amabilis: The full scientific name for the single species within the genus.
Notes on Meaning
- The term "kolkwitzia" has a single, highly specific meaning in botany. It is not used in general language or with multiple definitions. Its usage is almost exclusively scientific or horticultural.
Noun
-
Chinese genus of 1 species: beauty bush
Khám phá thêm
Các từ liên quan
Từ đồng nghĩa
Từ chứa "kolkwitzia"
