agapanthus

[ ag-uh-pan-thuhs ]

noun

, plural ag·a·pan·thus·es.

1. any of several plants of the genus Agapanthus, of the amaryllis family, native to Africa, having sword-shaped leaves and umbels of blue or white flowers.

agapanthus

/ ˌæɡəˈpænθəs /

noun

1. a liliaceous plant, Agapanthus africanus, of southern Africa, having rounded clusters of blue or white funnel-shaped flowers Also calledAfrican lily

Word History and Origins

Origin of agapanthus¹

< New Latin (1789) < Greek agáp ( ē ) love + ánthos flower

Word History and Origins

Origin of agapanthus¹

C19: New Latin, from Greek agapē love + anthos flower

Example Sentences

The Agapanthus, being a heavy feeder, should be grown in strong loam to which is added well rotted manure and a little sand.

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As the Agapanthus is a gross-feeding plant, it should be re-potted annually in autumn, and be wintered in a cool pit or frame.

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Agapanthus taxes the soil severely, and must have ample nourishment in pots.

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After flowering they may be treated as are amaryllis or agapanthus.

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Agapanthus will at once respond, and flowers usually follow.

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