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Definition of serissa

serissa

/səˈrɪs.ə/
se · ris · sa
Plural:serissas
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serissa Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A small evergreen shrub (genus Serissa, typically Serissa japonica) native to subtropical woodlands in Southeast Asia, known for its tiny, star-shaped white flowers and commonly cultivated as an indoor bonsai tree.

Example

"Because of its miniature leaves and rugged trunk, the serissa is a highly favored species among bonsai enthusiasts."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Modern botanical Latin, introduced by Antoine Laurent de Jussieu in 1789 based on notes from Philibert Commerson, likely derived from an unidentified Indian vernacular name.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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