/fɒtɪˈniːə/ (fot-ih-NEE-uh)

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Rosaceae, often used as an ornamental shrub.

“The homeowner chose a photinia shrub for the garden’s boundary.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the genus photinia.

“The gardener carefully selected photinia species for the nursery.”