Tropaeolum Majus (Noun)
Meaning
Strong-growing annual climber having large flowers of all shades of orange from orange-red to yellowish orange and seeds that are pickled and used like capers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The gardener trained the tropaeolum majus to climb up a trellis in the corner of the garden, where it bloomed profusely throughout the summer.
- In the Victorian era, the pickled seeds of tropaeolum majus were a popular garnish for salads and other dishes.
- Tropaeolum majus is a versatile flower that can be used as a cut flower arrangement or as a colorful addition to a hanging basket.
- The vibrant orange flowers of the tropaeolum majus attracted a multitude of butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden.
- The recipe called for a tablespoon of pickled tropaeolum majus seeds to be added to the sauce for a burst of citrusy flavor.