Definition

Noun: * A tropical American climbing plant: "star-glory" refers to a specific species of annual vine native to tropical America, characterized by its brightly colored flowers and finely divided leaves. It is known for its ornamental use and has become naturalized in other regions, including parts of the United States. Its botanical name is Ipomoea quamoclit.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The garden fence was covered in the vibrant red blossoms of the star-glory.
  • Star-glory, with its delicate, fern-like leaves, is a favorite for adding vertical interest to summer gardens.
  • This species, commonly called star-glory or cypress vine, is a member of the morning glory family.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical or horticultural contexts: The term "star-glory" is used precisely to identify this particular species () among other similar climbing plants. It is valued for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies.
  • For a cottage garden effect, combine star-glory with other heirloom annuals.

Variants and Related Words

• Cypress vine (n): A common synonym for "star-glory," referring to the same plant ().
• Ipomoea quamoclit (n): The formal botanical Latin name for the star-glory plant.
• Morning glory (n): The common name for the broader genus () to which star-glory belongs. "Star-glory" is a specific type of morning glory.

Synonyms

• Cypress vine: The most direct synonym.
• Hummingbird vine: A descriptive name highlighting its ability to attract hummingbirds.
• Cardinal climber: A name sometimes used for similar or related cultivars with red flowers.

Notes on Meaning

The word "star-glory" has a single, specific meaning as a common name for a particular flowering vine. It does not have multiple general definitions or idiomatic uses outside of this botanical context.

Noun

1. tropical American annual climber having red (sometimes white) flowers and finely dissected leaves; naturalized in United States and elsewhere