zephyranthes

American

[zef-uh-ran-theez] / ˌzɛf əˈræn θiz /

noun

any of various bulbous plants belonging to the genus Zephyranthes, of the amaryllis family, as Z. grandiflora, having showy rose or pink flowers.

Etymology

Origin of zephyranthes

< New Latin < Greek zéphyr ( os ) zephyr + -anthēs having flowers of the given kind, derivative of ánthos flower

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Zephyranthes Candida can be grown in any soil, and if possible the bulbs should be planted in some spot where they may remain unmolested through several seasons.

From The Culture of Vegetables and Flowers From Seeds and Roots 16th Edition by Sutton and Sons

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