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Definition of ixiolirion

ixiolirion

/ˌɪk.si.oʊˈlɪr.i.ən/
ix · i · o · lir · i · on
Plural:ixiolirions
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ixiolirion Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A bulbous herbaceous plant belonging to the family Ixioliriaceae (genus Ixiolirion), native to central and southwestern Asia, characterized by grassy leaves and loose, upright clusters of star-shaped, pale blue to violet flowers.

Example

"The gardener planted ixiolirion bulbs in the autumn to ensure a display of vivid blue flowers in late spring."

• Rhymes for ixiolirion

• Nearby Words

ivy
ivy gourd
ixia
ixiolirion
ixora
iyokan
izmir

Word Origin & Etymology

From Modern Latin Ixiolirion, coined by combining the botanical genus name 'Ixia' with the Greek word 'leirion' (lily), referring to the plant's lily-like floral characteristics.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ixiolirion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ixiolirion
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