Crepe Jasmine (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical shrub having glossy foliage and fragrant nocturnal flowers with crimped or wavy corollas; northern India to Thailand.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The beautiful crepe jasmine bloomed under the night sky with its intoxicating fragrance and delicate white flowers.
- Crepe jasmine, also known as pinwheel jasmine, was the most popular choice for perfumes and fragrances in traditional Indian culture.
- Her grandmother taught her the art of making floral wreaths with crepe jasmine and hibiscus flowers.
- In tropical regions of northern India to Thailand, crepe jasmine can be seen in almost every garden, park, and along the roadsides.
- During her trip to Thailand, she discovered the lovely crepe jasmine and immediately fell in love with its nocturnal flowers and heady scent.
Synonyms
- Crape Jasmine
- Tabernaemontana Divaricate
- Pinwheel Flower
- Coffee Rose
- Crepe Gardenia
- Nero's Crown
- East Indian Rosebay
- Adam's Apple