Definition

A type of flowering plant commonly known as day lily, characterized by its large, colorful blooms that typically last for only one day.

Example

The garden was filled with beautiful hemerocallis, showcasing vibrant colors in the summer sun.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a hemerocallis in bloom?

Yeah, they're beautiful flowers!

I love how they only last for a day but look so vibrant.

Exactly! They're like a little burst of color in the garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hemerocallis is formed from "hemero-" (from Greek "hēmera", meaning day) and "callis" (from Greek "kallos", meaning beauty). The word refers to a flower that blooms for a single day, emphasizing its beauty that is fleeting.

Memory Tip

Think of 'day' ('hemero-') and 'beauty' ('callis') to remember that 'hemerocallis' refers to a beautiful flower that blooms for just one day.

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