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Definition of cestrum
cestrum
/ˈsɛs.trəm/
ces · trum
Plural:cestrums
cestrum Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Any of various tropical and subtropical American shrubs or small trees of the genus Cestrum in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), cultivated as ornamental plants for their dense clusters of fragrant, tubular flowers in shades of white, yellow, red, or purple, followed by small berries.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cestrum. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cestrum