hibiscus

hibiscus Definition

hi·bis·cus (hī bis′kəs; also hi-)

noun

any of a genus (Hibiscus) of plants, shrubs, and small trees of the mallow family, with large, colorful flowers

Etymology: ModL < L hibiscus, hibiscum, prob. < Celt

hibiscus Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

scarlet: There are flower borders filled with colorful shrubs, gardenia and scarlet hibiscus.
flowering: To get there, take a leisurely walk on a shaded path through tall coconuts and flowering hibiscus.
tropical: The Plantation Rooms are located in two buildings surrounded by tropical, hibiscus filled gardens and swaying palm trees.

Modifies a noun

flower: Legend has it that whenever lovers kiss here, another hibiscus flower blooms.
mealybug: The success with control of the hibiscus mealybug has served to sensitize a wide spectrum of the public about biological control.
petal: Awakes as rare white tea buds unfurl to reveal majestic red hibiscus petals.
blossom: In tropical regions, the many colored hibiscus blossoms offer themselves abundantly.
hedge: You notice first the lush tropical hibiscus hedges surrounding the gleaming white walls that front it.
plant: Rarely available hibiscus plant, perfect addition for the greenhouse/conservatory.

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