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bloodleaf

bloodleaf

9.9
A plant with bright red or purple leaves used for decoration
  • noun
  • /ˈblʌdˌliːf/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Iresine
  • The vibrant red leaves of the bloodleaf make it a popular choice for decorative gardens.

Examples

  • Some species of bloodleaf are also grown indoors as attractive houseplants.

  • Many gardeners use bloodleaf as a colorful accent in shaded areas.

  • The bloodleaf is beautiful.

  • Look at that bloodleaf!

  • Many gardeners use bloodleaf as a colorful accent in shaded areas.

  • The vibrant red leaves of the bloodleaf make it a popular choice for decorative gardens.

  • Some species of bloodleaf are also grown indoors as attractive houseplants.

Synonyms

Iresine
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  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical plant with bright leaves grown for decoration in gardens

is a specific plant in that genus rather than the genus as a whole

Surface Forms

bloodleaf singular
bloodleaves plural

Morphology

bloodleaf = blood + leaf (transparent) = blood + leaf

The name is a straightforward compound of 'blood' and 'leaf', indicating leaves with a blood-like (red) colour; the relation is clear.

Etymology

The word bloodleaf is made from blood and leaf because the plant's leaves are bright red like 'blood'. So, a bloodleaf is a plant known for its red or purple leaves.