zinnia

/'zinjə/
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zinnia

A gardener plants colorful zinnias in a sunny flower bed.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A type of garden flower: A zinnia is a flowering plant known for its bright, colorful blooms that come in many shapes and sizes. It is a popular choice for gardens because it is easy to grow and attracts butterflies.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • She planted a row of red and yellow zinnias along the fence.
    • The bouquet was filled with vibrant zinnias and daisies.
Advanced Usage
  • "Zinnia elegans": This is the most common species of zinnia, often simply called "common zinnia" or "youth-and-old-age."
    • For a classic garden look, many choose Zinnia elegans for its large, dahlia-like flowers.
Variants and Related Words
  • Genus Zinnia: The botanical group to which all zinnia plants belong.
    • The genus Zinnia includes both annual and perennial species.
Synonyms
  • Youth-and-old-age: A common name for .
  • Poorland daisy: A name sometimes used for certain wild zinnia species.
zinnia

A gardener plants colorful zinnias in a sunny flower bed.

Noun
  1. any of various plants of the genus Zinnia cultivated for their variously and brightly colored flower heads