Hellebores

/ˈhɛləbɔːrz/ noun

Definition

Plural of hellebore; multiple plants of the hellebore genus or species.

Etymology

Regular plural of 'hellebore' by adding -s. The plural form became standard as botanical study expanded and naturalists discussed multiple specimens of these winter-blooming plants.

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Hellebores are called 'Christmas roses' in Europe because they bloom in winter when nothing else flowers—giving people hope and decoration during the darkest, most dangerous season, which is why they became culturally special!

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