Asphodelus: meaning, definitions and examples

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asphodelus

 

[ æsfəˈdɛləs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

plant species

Asphodelus is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Asphodelaceae. These plants are often characterized by their long, narrow leaves and tall flowering spikes. They are typically found in warm temperate and Mediterranean regions.

Synonyms

asphodel

Examples of usage

  • The garden featured a beautiful display of Asphodelus blossoms.
  • In ancient mythology, Asphodelus flowers were associated with the afterlife.
  • Asphodelus is known to thrive in poor soils.

Translations

Translations of the word "asphodelus" in other languages:

🇵🇹 asfódelo

🇮🇳 एस्पोडेलस

🇩🇪 Asphodel

🇮🇩 asphodelus

🇺🇦 асфоделус

🇵🇱 asfodel

🇯🇵 アスフォデラス

🇫🇷 asphodèle

🇪🇸 asfódelo

🇹🇷 asfodel

🇰🇷 아스포델루스

🇸🇦 أسبوديلوس

🇨🇿 asfodel

🇸🇰 asfodel

🇨🇳 阿斯福德鲁斯

🇸🇮 asfodel

🇮🇸 asphodelus

🇰🇿 асфоделус

🇬🇪 ასფოდელუსი

🇦🇿 asfodelus

🇲🇽 asfódelo

Word origin

The term 'Asphodelus' originates from Latin, which in turn derives from the Greek word 'asphodelos' (ἀσφόδελος) referring to the plant species known for their pale yellow flowers. In classical antiquity, Asphodelus was often associated with the land of the dead, notably in the context of the Asphodel Meadows in Greek mythology, where the souls of the ordinary dead were said to wander. This connection to the afterlife has influenced various literary and cultural references throughout history. The plant has also been noted for its hardiness and ability to grow in challenging environments, further cementing its significance in both agriculture and symbolic literature.