Synonyms of poinciana

Noun


1. Poinciana, subgenus Poinciana, rosid dicot genus

usage: small subgenus of ornamental tropical shrubs or trees; not recognized in some classifications

2. bird of paradise, poinciana, Caesalpinia gilliesii, Poinciana gilliesii, flowering shrub

usage: a tropical flowering shrub having bright orange or red flowers; sometimes placed in genus Poinciana

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Definition and meaning of poinciana (Dictionary)