Lady's-eardrop is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the species Fuchsia. The name is derived from the shape of its flowers which resemble the drooping earrings of a lady. Some of the synonyms for lady's-eardrop include fuchsia, swingtime fuchsia, rosa sepals, sunray fuchsia, and lady's-earrings. These synonyms are used interchangeably to refer to this plant that is native to South America but has gained immense popularity in gardens all over the world. Lady's-eardrop is not only prized for its showy flowers, but also for its ease of cultivation and versatility. Its numerous synonyms attest to the plant's widespread appeal among gardeners and horticulturalists everywhere.
