salpiglossis
/ (ˌsælpɪˈɡlɒsɪs) /
noun
any solanaceous plant of the Chilean genus Salpiglossis, some species of which are cultivated for their bright funnel-shaped flowers
Origin of salpiglossis
1C19: New Latin, from Greek salpinx trumpet + glōssa tongue
Words Nearby salpiglossis
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How to use salpiglossis in a sentence
salpiglossis make charming pot plants for the greenhouse and conservatory.
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