Cupflower (Noun)
Meaning 1
Mexican evergreen climbing plant having large solitary funnel-shaped fragrant yellow flowers with purple-brown ridges in the throat.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The bright-yellow blooms of the cupflower illuminated the Mexican garden at dusk.
- Yellow cupflowers bloomed profusely on the evergreen climbing vines along the wall.
- As night fell the large, fragrant blooms of the cupflower began to release their sweet aroma.
- Cupflowers, with their vibrant yellow petals and deep purple-brown ridges, added a vibrant splash of color to the garden.
- In the wild, cupflowers thrive as an evergreen climber in Mexico's temperate forests.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Any of various plants of the genus Nierembergia having upturned bell-shaped flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cupflowers are often planted in gardens due to their vibrant colors and delicate petals.
- The local park was adorned with rows of Nierembergia cupflowers, creating a stunning visual display.
- One common feature of Nierembergia cupflowers is the upside-down, flared shape of their blossoms.
- These attractive plants, including the beautiful cupflower varieties, were a major hit at the gardening exhibition.
- Some popular varieties of Nierembergia cupflowers include the white 'Alba' and the blue 'Mont Blanc'.