Syringa vulgaris

Definitions of Syringa vulgaris
  1. noun
    large European lilac naturalized in North America having heart-shaped ovate leaves and large panicles of highly fragrant lilac or white flowers
    synonyms: common lilac
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    type of:
    lilac
    any of various plants of the genus Syringa having large panicles of usually fragrant flowers
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