Hydrangea: meaning, definitions and examples
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hydrangea
[ haษชหdreษชn.dสษ ]
flowering plant
A hydrangea is a shrub or climbing plant that belongs to the family Hydrangeaceae. Known for its large, colorful flower clusters, it is commonly found in gardens and landscapes. The flowers can vary in color based on the soil's pH level and can be blue, pink, white, or purple.
Synonyms
bigleaf hydrangea, hortensia, lacecap.
Examples of usage
- I planted a hydrangea in my garden.
- The hydrangea blooms beautifully in summer.
- She received a bouquet of hydrangeas for her birthday.
- Hydrangeas thrive in well-drained soil.
Translations
Translations of the word "hydrangea" in other languages:
๐ต๐น hidrรขngea
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเคพเคเคกเฅเคฐเฅเคเคเคฟเคฏเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Hortensie
๐ฎ๐ฉ hidrangea
๐บ๐ฆ ะณะพััะตะฝะทัั
๐ต๐ฑ hortensja
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใธใตใค
๐ซ๐ท hortensia
๐ช๐ธ hortensia
๐น๐ท ortensya
๐ฐ๐ท ์๊ตญ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุฏุฑุงูุฌูุง
๐จ๐ฟ hortenzii
๐ธ๐ฐ hortenzia
๐จ๐ณ ็ปฃ็่ฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ hortenzija
๐ฎ๐ธ hortensรญa
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณะพััะตะฝะทะธั
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแแ แแแฏแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ hidrangea
๐ฒ๐ฝ hortensia
Etymology
The word 'hydrangea' is derived from the Greek words 'hudor' meaning 'water' and 'angos' meaning 'vessel' or 'container'. This refers to the plant's need for a consistent supply of moisture, as it thrives in humid environments. The hydrangea's first known cultivation dates back to the early 19th century in the gardens of Japan. It became popular in Europe and North America for its expansive flower clusters and long blooming season. As horticultural techniques evolved, numerous cultivars emerged, demonstrating a wide array of flower colors and shapes. The hydrangea has since become a staple in landscaping, symbolizing gratitude and understanding in various cultures.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,096, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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