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Definition of amaryllis belladonna

amaryllis belladonna

Plural:amaryllis belladonnas
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A species of bulbous flowering plant in the amaryllis family, native to the Cape Province of South Africa, characterized by large, fragrant, pink or white trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom on sturdy leafless stems in late summer or autumn.

Example

"The botanical garden featured a spectacular border of Amaryllis belladonna that burst into vibrant pink color just as the surrounding foliage began to fade."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In the horticultural trade, the common name 'amaryllis' is often incorrectly applied to winter-blooming houseplants of the genus Hippeastrum, whereas Amaryllis belladonna is a distinct outdoor autumn-blooming plant.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Amaryllis belladonna. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/amaryllis-belladonna
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