helianthemum
Pronunciation: /ˌhiːlɪˈanθɪməm/
Definition of helianthemum
noun
- a low evergreen shrub with saucer-shaped flowers, which is grown as an ornamental. Also called rock rose.
- Genus Helianthemum, family Cistaceae
Origin:
modern Latin, from Greek hēlios 'sun' + anthemon 'flower' (because the flowers open in sunlight)
