What does polyanthus mean?
Definitions for polyanthus
ˌpɒl iˈæn θəspo·lyan·thus
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Princeton's WordNet
polyanthus, Primula polyanthanoun
florists' primroses; considered a complex hybrid derived from oxlip, cowslip, and common primrose
Wiktionary
polyanthusnoun
The oxlip. So called because the peduncle bears a many-flowered umbel.
polyanthusnoun
A bulbous flowering plant of the genus Narcissus.
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polyanthus
Polyanthus is a type of plant in the Primula genus, known for their clusters of brightly colored flowers that bloom in the late winter or spring. The term is often used to refer to hybrids between Primula vulgaris and Primula veris. The flowers are often fragrant and come in a variety of colors including yellow, red, pink, blue, and white. They are commonly used in gardens for ground cover or in containers.
Webster Dictionary
Polyanthusnoun
the oxlip. So called because the peduncle bears a many-flowered umbel. See Oxlip. (b) A bulbous flowering plant of the genus Narcissus (N. Tazetta, or N. polyanthus of some authors). See Illust. of Narcissus
Etymology: [NL., fr. Gr. poly`anqos rich in flowers; poly`s many + 'a`nqos flower.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Polyanthus
pol-i-an′thus, n. a kind of primrose much prized and cultivated by florists:—pl. Polyan′thuses.—n. Polyan′thea, a note-book for keeping choice quotations. [Gr. polys, many, anthos, a flower.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of polyanthus in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of polyanthus in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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