noun
heliotrope
HEE-lee-uh-trohp/ˈhiːliətrəʊp/
A flowering plant known for fragrant purple blossoms.
The heliotrope beside our porch fills the air with fragrance.
Etymology
The “sun-turn” image refers to plants that turn their flowers and leaves toward sunlight. This gives the plant name a connection to movement toward the sun.
In context
Heliotrope plants are great additions to any garden with their large, purple flowers and lovely vanilla-like scent.
More examples
- She plants purple heliotropes along the garden path.
- We grow heliotrope in pots on the patio.
- Clusters of tiny flowers cover the heliotrope.
Forms
heliotrope · heliotropes