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Kochia

Kochia

9.9
A bushy garden plant with bright green leaves that turn red in autumn and grows well in hot dry places
  • noun
  • /koʊˈkiːə/
  • Specialized
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  • Many gardeners plant Kochia for its bright green foliage that turns red in autumn.

Examples

  • The Kochia plant thrives in dry climates.

  • The drought-tolerant Kochia thrives in hot, dry conditions and poor soils.

  • In landscaping, Kochia is often used as a border or hedge plant due to its bushy growth.

  • I saw beautiful Kochias blooming in the park.

  • The garden was vibrant with kochia, adding a splash of color to the landscape.

  • She planted kochia in her flowerbeds because of their beautiful foliage.

  • During the summer, kochia blooms brightly, attracting many garden enthusiasts.

Compounds

Kochia scoparia
  • Specialized
9.9

A dense bushy plant with leaves that turn red purple, often grown in gardens or to stop soil erosion

Surface Forms

Kochia singular
Kochias plural

Etymology

Kochia is named after the German botanist Koch, so the plant's scientific name simply remembers the person who studied it. That's why these bushy, ornamental plants often used in gardens are called Kochia.