noun
- Plural of pancratium; plants of the genus Pancratium, typically bulbous herbs with white flowers, native to Mediterranean and tropical regions.
Usage: botanical term; also called sea daffodil or spider lily in some regions
Examples
- The gardener planted several pancratiums in the sunny border.
- Pancratiums are known for their delicate, fragrant white flowers.
- These pancratiums thrive in well-drained soil and warm climates.
- The bulbs of pancratiums should be planted in spring for summer blooms.