chrysanthemum

American  

[kri-san-thuh-muhm] / krɪˈsæn θə məm /

noun

1. any of several composite plants of the genus Chrysanthemum, as C. leucanthemum, the oxeye daisy, having white ray flowers with a yellow center.

2. any cultivated variety of the plant C. morifolium, native to China, and of other species of Chrysanthemum, notable for the diversity of color and size of their autumnal flowers.

3. the flower of any such plant.

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chrysanthemum British  

/ krɪˈsænθəməm /

noun

1. any widely cultivated plant of the genus Chrysanthemum, esp C. morifolium of China, having brightly coloured showy flower heads: family Asteraceae (composites)

2. any other plant of the genus Chrysanthemum, such as oxeye daisy

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Usage

What does chrysanthemum mean? The name chrysanthemum is used to refer to a number of plants known for their showy flowers that come in a variety of colors, including yellow, orange, pink, purple, red, and yellow.The name can refer to the flower or the plant and can be used for any plant in the genus Chrysanthemum.Chrysanthemums are often referred to with the shortened name mums.Chrysanthemums are one of the November birth flowers (a flower that’s associated with a particular month in the same way as a birthstone).In parts of the U.S., chrysanthemums are a popular decoration for the fall season. The flowers also have cultural significance in East Asia, particularly In Japan and China.The chrysanthemum is the official flower of the city of Chicago.Example: In the fall, we like to decorate our front port with chrysanthemums and pumpkins.

Etymology

Origin of chrysanthemum

1570–80; < Latin < Greek chrȳsánthemon, equivalent to chrȳs- chrys- + ánthemon flower, akin to ánthos; antho-

Example Sentences

The story leaps two autumns ahead, when Odd happens along and helps Sook and Buddy as they struggle to haul a tub of chrysanthemums to their porch.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lives can be spared by applying insect repellents, including a chrysanthemum flower extract called pyrethrum that humans have used for thousands of years.

From Scientific American

A rau tần ô, also known as an edible chrysanthemum, sits in a back corner of Ngô’s garden across from several kale plants.

From Seattle Times

At the Aquino residence at the heart of the capital, supporters left chrysanthemums, yellow bell and sunflower for the late leader.

From Reuters

If you like the idea of a floral tisane but find the flavors of lavender and jasmine a tad soapy, try chrysanthemum.

From Salon