camellia
/kəˈmɛliə/
noun
- A type of evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy leaves and showy flowers, often white, pink, or red, native to East Asia.
- The camellia is the state flower of Alabama.
- In Japan, the camellia is a symbol of love and admiration.
- She planted a camellia in her garden because she loved its winter blooms.
- The flower of this plant.
- Camellias are often used in floral arrangements for their elegant shape.
- He gave her a single camellia as a token of affection.
- The bride carried a bouquet of white camellias.