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lisianthus

/ˌlɪz.iˈæn.θəs/
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Plural:lisianthuses
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• noun

1

A widely cultivated plant of the gentian family (genus Eustoma), native to the warm regions of the Southern United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, and northern South America, highly valued for its showy, bell-shaped or rose-like flowers.

Example

"The florist carefully arranged a stunning centerpiece featuring blush roses, silver eucalyptus, and white lisianthus."

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• Rhymes for lisianthus

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Modern Latin, originating from the Greek words 'lysis' (a loosening or dissolution) and 'anthos' (flower), likely referring to historical beliefs in the medicinal, dissolving properties of the plant.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lisianthus. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lisianthus
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