Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

heliotrope

Noun

/ˈhiːliəˌtroʊp/

Definition

A plant that turns towards the sun; it is often known for its fragrant flowers and is used in gardens and landscaping.

Examples

The heliotrope in my garden blooms beautifully during the spring.
When planted in the right spot, the heliotrope can attract butterflies.
His love for flowers was evident when he planted a variety of heliotropes along the walkway.

Meaning

The term heliotrope derives from the Greek words ‘helio’ meaning sun and ‘tropos’ meaning turn. It refers to its unique characteristic of following the sun’s path.