melianthus

/ˌmɛliˈænθəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants of the family Proteaceae, native to southern South Africa.

“The melianthus major, also known as the honey bush, is a popular ornamental shrub in many gardens.”

Synonyms

  • Proteaceae
  • honeybush

Antonyms

  • barren
  • plantless