Pericallis (Noun)
Meaning
Cineraria.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Pericallis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, often referred to as cineraria, that is native to the Canary Islands.
- The plant pericallis is also known as the florist's cineraria, prized for its large clusters of small daisy-like flowers.
- In gardens, pericallis cineraria can be grown as a half-hardy annual, but in mild climates it may also be a tender perennial.
- The leaves of the pericallis cineraria have a fern-like texture, with deep divisions that add to their attractiveness.
- In warm regions, pericallis plants may bloom throughout the year, while in cooler climates the flowers typically appear in spring and early summer.