Definition

A type of flower arrangement where the main stem and branches end in flowers that bloom before the ones below or beside them.

Example

The garden was filled with beautiful cymes of various colors and shapes.

Conversation

Have you seen that plant with the amazing cyme flowers in the garden?

Yeah, I noticed it! The way the flowers bloom is really unique.

I love how the central flower opens first in the cyme arrangement.

It definitely makes for a beautiful display; I wish I had one at home!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cyme originates from the Greek word 'kyma' (κύμα), meaning a wave or a swelling. In botany, it refers to a type of flower cluster that has a central stem with flowers blooming from it, resembling a wave of blooms.

Memory Tip

Picture a wave ('kyma') of flowers blooming from a central point — that's what a cyme represents in botany.

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