1. Plural of Cassiopeia; a genus of small, mat-forming plants in the heather family, native to arctic and alpine regions.
Usage: botanical term; often capitalized when referring to the genus
2. Plural of Cassiopeia; in astronomy, references to the constellation Cassiopeia or mythological figures bearing that name.
Usage: astronomical or mythological context; capitalized

Examples

• The alpine garden featured several species of cassiopes blooming in late spring.
• Cassiopes are well-adapted to harsh mountain environments.
• The delicate white flowers of cassiopes attract alpine pollinators.
• Botanists study cassiopes to understand cold-climate plant adaptation.