calycanthus
noun
cal·y·can·thus
-n(t)thəs
1
capitalized
: a small genus (the type of the family Calycanthaceae) of American shrubs having aromatic bark, opposite entire leaves, and purple or red flowers see carolina allspice
2
plural -es
: carolina allspice
Dictionary Entries Near calycanthus
Cite this Entry
“Calycanthus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calycanthus. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share