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Definition of cyrtanthus

cyrtanthus

/sɜːrˈtæn.θəs/
cyr · tan · thus
Plural:cyrtanthuses
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cyrtanthus Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of a genus of perennial, bulbous plants in the amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae), native primarily to South Africa, characterized by clusters of tubular, often brightly colored, nodding or curved flowers.

Example

"The botanical garden featured a vibrant display of cyrtanthus, showcasing their striking, tubular red blooms that naturally attract native sunbirds."

Synonyms
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• Rhymes for cyrtanthus

• Nearby Words

cyrano
cyril
cyrillic
cyrtanthus
cyrus
cyst
cystic

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'kyrtos' (curved) and 'anthos' (flower), referring to the characteristic curved or nodding shape of the floral tubes found in this genus.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cyrtanthus. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cyrtanthus
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