Chrysanthous

/krɪˈsænθəs/ adjective

Definition

Having flowers that are golden or yellow in color, describing plants with golden blossoms.

Etymology

From Greek 'chrysos' (gold) + 'anthos' (flower). This botanical term combines two ancient Greek roots to describe the most characteristic feature—the golden petals.

Kelly Says

The word chrysanthemum comes from the exact same roots, so technically every chrysanthemum is 'chrysanthous'—the flower literally named itself based on its original golden color!

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