Definitions

1. noun

a flowering plant of the genus Hydrangea, especially one of the species H. macrophylla or H. quercifolia, having large panicles of small white or pinkish flowers

“The garden was filled with beautiful hortensias, their purple flowers attracting many bees and butterflies.”

2. proper noun

a city in the province of L’Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy

“The historic center of Hortensia is famous for its beautiful baroque architecture.”