salpiglossis
/ (ˌsælpɪˈɡlɒsɪs) /
noun
any solanaceous plant of the Chilean genus Salpiglossis, some species of which are cultivated for their bright funnel-shaped flowers
Nearby words
- salopian,
- salp,
- salpa,
- salpicon,
- salpiform,
- salpingectomy,
- salpingemphraxis,
- salpinges,
- salpingian,
- salpingitis
Word Origin for salpiglossis
C19: New Latin, from Greek salpinx trumpet + glōssa tongue
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Examples from the Web for salpiglossis
Salpiglossis make charming pot plants for the greenhouse and conservatory.