Definition
passionflowers
noun
- Plural of passionflower; tropical or subtropical climbing vines or shrubs with distinctive, showy flowers that have a corona of colorful filaments.
Usage: Commonly used in gardening and botany contexts; Often grown as ornamental plants
Examples
- The garden was filled with vibrant passionflowers that attracted butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Passionflowers are popular in tropical landscaping because of their exotic appearance.
- She planted passionflowers along the fence to create a natural screen.
- The passionflowers bloomed in shades of purple, pink, and white.
- Many species of passionflowers produce edible passion fruit.
- Gardeners appreciate passionflowers for their unique, intricate flower structure.