1. A genus of woody vines native to the southeastern United States and Asia, known for their fragrant yellow or white flowers; also called Carolina jasmine or yellow jasmine.
Usage: botanical term; often used in horticulture and gardening contexts

Examples

• The gelsemia vine climbed gracefully up the garden trellis.
• Gelsemia flowers bloom in early spring with a sweet fragrance.
• Many southern gardeners cultivate gelsemia for its ornamental appeal.
• The bright yellow flowers of gelsemia attract pollinators to the garden.