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Definition of gloxinia

gloxinia

/ɡlɑːkˈsɪn.i.ə/
glox · in · i · a
Plural:gloxinias
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• noun

1

A tropical South American plant of the gesneriad family, widely cultivated as a houseplant for its large, brightly colored, bell-shaped flowers and velvety foliage.

Example

"She placed a potted gloxinia on the windowsill, ensuring it received bright but indirect sunlight to protect its delicate blooms."

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• Rhymes for gloxinia

• Nearby Words

glossy snake
glove
glowworm
gloxinia
gloydius
glue
glymur

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 18th century as a Modern Latin genus name, honoring the German physician and botanical writer Benjamin Peter Gloxin (1765–1794).

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gloxinia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gloxinia
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