Polianthes (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of perennial tuberous herbs having lily-like flowers; Mexico; sometimes placed in family Amaryllidaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Members of the genus Polianthes are native to Mexico and can thrive in dry environments with some partial shade.
- The flowers of Polianthes tuberosa are often referred to as 'tuberose' due to their sweet fragrance.
- One of the popular varieties within the Polianthes genus is the Galaxy or Grass Lily.
- Some botanists still categorize the Polianthes as belonging to the family Amaryllidaceae, while others continue to debate its placement.
- Polianthes are commonly known for producing elegant lily-like flowers on long and cylindrical stems.