Definition

A type of small flowering plant that grows from a bulb, belonging to a group of hardy plants found mainly in Crete and Asia Minor.

Example

In early spring, the garden was filled with beautiful chionodoxa blooming in vibrant colors.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a chionodoxa flower before?

No, I haven't! What do they look like?

They're small but really beautiful, especially in the spring.

That sounds lovely! I should look out for them in gardens.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chionodoxa is derived from the Greek roots 'chion' ("χιών", meaning snow) and 'doxa' ("δόξα", meaning glory). The word refers to the glory of snow, as it is a flowering plant that blooms in early spring, often when there is still snow on the ground.

Memory Tip

Think of 'snow' ('chion') and 'glory' ('doxa') to remember that 'chionodoxa' refers to a plant that brings beauty and glory to the snowy landscape.

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