passionflower
Translation
passion flower
Examples
The passionflower has a very complex structure.
The passion flower has a very complex structure.
Passionflower extract is used in herbal medicine.
Passion flower extract is used in herbal medicine.
Grammar Patterns
a passion flower a type of flower The passion flower is a beautiful plant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: passiflora (scientific name)
Etymology
A compound of 'passion' + 'flower'. Named by missionaries who saw its parts as symbols of the Passion of Christ.
Memory Tips
Imagine a flower so intricate it inspires 'passion', or connect it to its historical religious meaning (the Passion of Christ).