clematis

/ˈkleɪmətɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a climbing plant of the buttercup family, with showy, fragrant flowers in a variety of colours

“The garden featured a stunning clematis vine, blooming beautifully along the trellis.”

2. noun

a genus of flowering plants in the buttercup family

“The clematis genus is home to many species, including the popular Clematis montana.”

Synonyms

  • honesty
  • leather flower
  • traveler's joy
  • trumpet vine

Antonyms

  • thistle
  • weed