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Definition of hybrid tea rose

hybrid tea rose

Plural:hybrid tea roses
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hybrid tea rose Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A popular horticultural classification of garden rose, characterized by large, high-centered blooms that are typically borne singly on long, stiff stems, making them ideal for cut flowers.

Example

"The florist recommended a classic crimson hybrid tea rose for the elegant anniversary bouquet."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Created in the mid-19th century by crossbreeding 'hybrid perpetual' roses (valued for their robust growth and hardiness) with 'tea roses' (valued for their repeat flowering and distinct fragrance). The first recognized variety, 'La France', was introduced in 1867.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hybrid tea rose. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hybrid tea rose
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