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cupflower

/ˈkʌpˌflaʊ.ər/

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noun

/ˈkʌpˌflaʊ.ər/formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее либо мексиканское вечнозелёное вьющееся растение с крупными ароматными жёлтыми цветками, украшенными пурпурно-коричневыми прожилками, либо любое растение рода Nierembergia, дающее перевёрнутые колокольчатые цветы.

A noun referring to either a Mexican evergreen climbing plant with large, fragrant yellow flowers marked with purple-brown ridges, or any plant of the genus Nierembergia that produces upturned bell-shaped flowers.

  1. Mexican climbing plantC2formal

    A Mexican evergreen climbing plant with large, solitary, funnel-shaped, fragrant yellow flowers that have purple-brown ridges in the throat.

    ruМексиканское вьющееся растение

    • The cupflower's yellow blossoms are a striking addition to any garden.
    • This Mexican climbing plant thrives in warm, humid climates.
    • The purple-brown ridges in the throat of the cupflower are its most distinctive feature.

    Synonymsgoldcup

  2. Nierembergia plantC2formal

    Any of various plants of the genus Nierembergia, known for their upturned, bell-shaped flowers.

    ruНирембергия

    • The Nierembergia cupflower is often used as a ground cover in landscaping.
    • These cupflowers produce delicate, bell-shaped blooms throughout the summer.
    • Gardeners appreciate the cupflower for its long flowering period.