celosia

noun

ce·lo·sia sē-ˈlō-zh(ē-)ə

: any of a genus (Celosia) of tropical annual herbs (such as cockscomb) of the amaranth family that have alternate leaves and showy flower spikes often forming feathery clusters in cultivated forms

Examples of celosia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In the realm of flowers, ‘Burning Embers’ celosia captures attention with its vibrant pink blooms that contrast well with its striking pink veined bronze foliage. —

Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 12 Jan. 2024 The purple celosia flowers thriving in full sun at the Arboretum are also featured in his home’s front yard. —

Adithi Ramakrishnan, Dallas News, 29 June 2023 Lizzard Leaf’ celosia), and blue (‘Elijah Blue’ blue fescue, ‘Coolvista’ Dianella). —

Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2020 Grow goji berry, luffa gourd, and long bean on trellises; plant marigolds and celosia along the edges for garnishing. —

Heather Arndt Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 14 Apr. 2020 See all Example Sentences for celosia

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