corymb

/ˈkɔrɪm/
noun
  1. A flat-topped or rounded cluster of flowers in which the outer flowers open first, with flower stalks of different lengths so that all flowers reach the same level.
    • Botany students learned to identify a corymb by its flat top and staggered stalks.
    • The cherry tree's blossoms formed a beautiful corymb in early spring.
    • The gardener admired the corymb of yarrow flowers in the border.
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