Pelargonium
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpɛlɑːrˈɡoʊni.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pelargonium is a noun meaning Any of various flowering plants of the genus Pelargonium, similar to (and often confused with) true geraniums, but less hardy and often cultivated as annuals for ornamental purposes.
Meaning
Any of various flowering plants of the genus Pelargonium, similar to (and often confused with) true geraniums, but less hardy and often cultivated as annuals for ornamental purposes.
Example Sentences
The growing of pelargoniums in this country is increasing and they are destined to come to the front and stay there. The pelargoniums that have been distributed during the past several years are giving great satisfaction, combining as they do new shades of color […].
Word Forms
- pelargoniums
- pelargonia
Synonyms for pelargonium
Depending on context, synonyms include geranium, storksbill.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include geranium, geranin, gerardia, alumroot, geum, cranesbill.
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