Alsobia (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical American herbs sometimes included in genus Episcia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanical gardens showcased an extensive collection of alsobia species from Central and South America.
- Alsobia flowers have intricate, pouch-shaped petals in a variety of colors including purple and pink.
- These delicate herbs require filtered light, so place them in the alsobia exhibit in the partial shade.
- While classifying tropical American plants, scientists argued about including Alsobia dianthiflora in the genus Episcia.
- Many gardening books emphasize that the attractive Alsobia can make stunning indoor decorations due to its eye-catching inflorescences.