Zoysia tenuifolia
- noun
- /ˈzɔɪziə ˌtɛnuɪˈfoʊliə/
- Specialized
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Zoysia tenuifolia
- The Zoysia tenuifolia lawn remained green throughout the summer, despite the lack of rainfall.
Examples
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Gardeners often plant Zoysia tenuifolia in warm climates where water conservation is important.
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Because of its fine texture and ability to withstand drought, Zoysia tenuifolia is a popular choice for golf course greens.
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The lawn was covered with Zoysia tenuifolia.
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Many homeowners prefer Zoysia tenuifolia for its drought resistance.
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Due to its drought resistance and fine texture, Zoysia tenuifolia is commonly used in southern U.S. lawns.
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In regions with limited rainfall, Zoysia tenuifolia thrives, making it a sustainable choice for homeowners.
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Many landscapers recommend Zoysia tenuifolia for creating resilient lawns that require less watering.
Synonyms
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9.9
A dense grass used for lawns that survives heat and drought
A grass that spreads quickly and needs little water for lawns
A low spreading grass from Asia used for lawns that need little water
A grass often used for lawns in warm regions
How Drought-Resistant
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3.6
- Specialized
- US
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6.9
Surface Forms
Morphology
zoysia + tenuifolia
This botanical binomial is compositional: the genus name Zoysia (a type of grass) combined with the specific epithet tenuifolia, which in Latin means 'thin-leaved', yields a descriptive name. If a learner knows both constituents, they can directly infer it refers to a Zoysia species with thin leaves, so the meaning is transparent.
Etymology
Zoysia tenuifolia comes from a person's name and a Latin phrase. Zoysia is named after a man called Zois and tenuifolia means 'thin leaves', so the name paints a picture of a grass with very fine, soft blades that stays green in dry weather.