Genus Chimonanthus (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of Asian deciduous or evergreen shrubs having fragrant flowers: winter sweet.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The chimonanthus genus consists of only a few species of evergreen or deciduous shrubs native to Asia that possess fragrant flowers resembling small sweetpeas.
- In the winter, the sweet fragrance of the Chimonanthus flowers is unmatched by many other plants in the region.
- Chimonanthus is a small genus, but the impact of its flowers can be profound on a winter landscape.
- One of the most recognizable species within the Chimonanthus genus is Chimonanthus praecox or winter sweet.
- Members of the Chimonanthus genus can thrive in a variety of conditions but require attention in extremely hot or dry environments.