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caricature plant

caricature plant

9.9
A tropical shrub with purple or red tube-shaped flowers and leaves with patterns like a human face
  • noun
  • /ˈkɛrɪkətʃʊr plænt/
  • UK
translation icon : planta caricatura
  • Gardeners admire the patterns on the leaves of the caricature plant, which resemble human profiles.

Examples

  • In tropical climates, the caricature plant is prized for its vibrant tubular flowers and distinctive foliage.

  • The caricature plant is often grown as an ornamental for its striking foliage.

  • Because of its unique appearance, the caricature plant is popular in tropical landscaping.

  • The caricature plant has beautiful purple flowers.

  • I bought a caricature plant for my garden.

  • The unusual patterns on the leaves of the caricature plant capture the attention of many visitors in botanical gardens.

  • Many horticulturists recommend the caricature plant for its ornamental value and eye-catching appearance.

Synonyms

Graptophyllum pictum
vscaricature plant
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical shrub with purple tube-shaped flowers and leaves with patterns that look like a face

is the common everyday name for the same shrub

Surface Forms

caricature plant singular
caricature plants plural

Morphology

caricature + plant

This is a straightforward noun–noun compound where 'caricature' modifies 'plant', so a learner who knows both words can infer it denotes a plant that looks like or has caricature-like features. Although it names a specific species, the referential meaning is compositional and follows common English modifier+head patterns, making it readily understandable.

Etymology

Caricature plant got its name because its leaves have pale and dark marks that can look like a small caricature or 'face'. So the words caricature and plant together point to this shrub's leaf pattern and explain the name used today.