Chimonanthus (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of Asian deciduous or evergreen shrubs having fragrant flowers: winter sweet.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The garden was filled with the sweet scent of chimonanthus, which bloomed in late winter.
- Chimonanthus praecox, also known as winter sweet, is a popular ornamental plant in many Asian countries.
- The delicate white flowers of the chimonanthus shrub are highly fragrant and attract many pollinators.
- In traditional Chinese medicine, the flowers and leaves of the chimonanthus plant are used to treat various ailments.
- The chimonanthus plant is often used in perfumes and fragrances due to its strong, sweet scent.