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Pereskia

Pereskia

9.9
A tropical bush or climbing plant with broad flat leaves and many flowers
  • noun
  • /pəˈrɛskiə/
  • Specialized
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  • The Pereskia is unique among cacti for retaining its leafy appearance.

Examples

  • In tropical gardens, Pereskia can be grown for its attractive flowers and foliage.

  • Botanists are fascinated by the climbing habit of several Pereskia species.

  • The Pereskia plant thrives in warm climates.

  • Have you ever seen a Pereskia in bloom?

  • Many gardeners choose Pereskia for its beautiful clusters of flowers that attract hummingbirds.

  • The Pereskia species in my garden grows vigorously, producing lush green leaves year-round.

  • In areas with sufficient sunlight, Pereskia can climb trellises and provide vibrant greenery.

Synonyms

Peireskia
vsPereskia
  • Specialized
9.9

A plant from tropical America that grows as a bush or climbing plant with flat leaves and many flowers

has identical meaning but uses the other spelling

Compounds

Pereskia aculeata
  • Specialized
9.9

A woody climbing plant from the West Indies with spiny stems, fragrant white flowers and small orange fruits

Surface Forms

Pereskia singular
Pereskias plural

Etymology

Pereskia is the name for a group of leafy cacti and comes from the name of a French scholar, Peiresc. Plant scientists gave these plants his name to honor him for helping to study plants long ago, so the word remembers that person.