Molucella (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of aromatic herbs of Mediterranean regions; widely cultivated.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Molucella seeds were difficult to come by until recent varieties with unique markings caught growers' eyes, but now they're not as hard to find.
- In warm weather, molucella requires regular watering but must be carefully monitored for signs of root rot.
- A combination of potted petunias and molucella filled with ferns cascades down the steps from the main door to the garden in an eye-catching living vignette.
- Annual molucella fills in instantly after being transplanted in early spring and blooms beautifully with little pruning or other care.
- Or you could also go for pastel-hued flowers like molucella or pale petunia, which still provide vibrant colors but maintain some restraint.