noun
- Plural of fritillaria; a genus of bulbous plants in the lily family, known for their bell-shaped flowers often with checkered or mottled patterns.
Usage: Botanical term; Commonly used in gardening and horticulture
Examples
- The gardener planted fritillarias in the spring border for their distinctive checkered blooms.
- Fritillarias are popular in cottage gardens and naturalized settings.
- These fritillarias bloom in shades of purple, yellow, and orange.
- The delicate fritillarias attracted butterflies to the garden.
- Many species of fritillarias prefer well-drained soil and partial shade.