Genus Stephanotis (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of Old World tropical woody vines.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Stephanotis comprises several species of Old World tropical woody vines commonly cultivated as ornamental plants in warm climates.
- Species within the genus Stephanotis are often referred to as Madagascar jasmine or star jasmine, despite not being true jasmine.
- Stephanotis is a genus of flowering plants in the dogbane family, native to the tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and Madagascar.
- Genus Stephanotis has several notable species that are valued for their attractive and fragrant flowers, such as Stephanotis floribunda.
- Stephanotis, as a genus of woody vines, includes plants with showy flowers arranged in corymbs, adding an attractive display to their environment.