Definition of tuberose
: a Mexican bulbous herb (Polianthes tuberosa) of the agave family cultivated for its spike of fragrant white single or double flowers
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Next, take an early morning walk through the busy, yet wonderfully fragrant, flower market, Phool Mandi, where heaps of colorful tuberoses and roses are sold out of sacks and saris.
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Cue strong scents such as amber, jasmine, musk and tuberose that were intended to mask persistent odors.
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The fragrance, with its potent concentration of tuberose, held up in both bottles.
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Starting this weekend festival vendors will also begin selling gladiolas and fragrant tuberoses, both of which are important in year-end prayers for ancestors, another cornerstone of Tet.
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Like Princess Jasmine Sparkles, which has a scent reminiscent of tuberose with a hint of champagne bubbles.
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The feminine eau de parfum is a unique blend of Gabrielle's favorite white flowers, including jasmine, ylang-ylang, orange blossom, and tuberose.
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The floral scent, which features notes of tuberose, jasmine and rose, was launched in 1912 by classic Parisian perfume house, Houbigant.
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As far as fragrance, seek out something that speaks to you individually, like this unpredictable blend of tuberose, bergamot, and espresso.
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Origin and Etymology of tuberose
New Latin tuberosa, specific epithet, from Latin, feminine of tuberosus tuberous, from tuber tuber
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