salpiglossis

/ ˌsælpɪˈɡlɒsɪs /

noun

1. any solanaceous plant of the Chilean genus Salpiglossis, some species of which are cultivated for their bright funnel-shaped flowers

Word History and Origins

Origin of salpiglossis¹

C19: New Latin, from Greek salpinx trumpet + glōssa tongue

Example Sentences

Pick plants that pump out plenty of blooms all season, such as zinnia, scabiosa, salpiglossis and cleome.

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