CYCLAMEN


Meaning of CYCLAMEN in English

n. 1 any plant of the genus Cyclamen, originating in Europe, having pink, red, or white flowers with reflexed petals, often grown in pots. 2 the shade of colour of the red or pink cyclamen flower.

[ med.L f. Gk kuklaminos, perh. f. kuklos circle, with ref. to its bulbous roots ]

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