Associations to the word «Dillenia»

Dictionary definition

DILLENIA, noun. Any of several evergreen trees or shrubs of the genus Dillenia grown for their foliage and nodding flowers resembling magnolias which are followed by fruit that is used in curries and jellies and preserves.

Wise words

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