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单词 tuberose
释义

tuberose

/ˈtjuːbərəʊz /
noun
A Mexican plant with heavily scented white waxy flowers and a bulb-like base. Unknown in the wild, it was formerly cultivated as a flavouring for chocolate; the flower oil is used in perfumery.
  • Polianthes tuberosa, family Agavaceae.
Cooling fountains mask traffic noise, while hummingbirds and butterflies explore the charms of tuberoses, heliotrope, and other plants chosen for their sensual appeal....
  • Fragrant tuberoses, jackmentias, succulent cactus varieties, the milky bush and palm varieties, including the Royal Palms, can be used for avenue borders.
  • There, after tilling and amending the soil, he planted roses, perennials, and a smattering of seasonal tubers, such as dahlias and tuberoses.
adjective
variant spelling of tuberous.

Origin

Mid 17th century: the noun from Latin tuberosa, feminine of tuberosus 'with protuberances'; the adjective from Latin tuberosus.

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