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dasylirion

dasylirion

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A plant with spiky leaves from North American deserts that survives long without water
  • noun
  • /ˌdæsəˈlɪriən/
  • Specialized
: dasylirion
  • Gardeners appreciate dasylirion for its ability to survive long periods without water.
  • desert spoon

Examples

  • The dasylirion thrives in arid conditions.

  • The dasylirion is often used in landscaping for its striking, spiky appearance.

  • Several species of dasylirion are native to the deserts of northern Mexico and the southwestern United States.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the dasylirion for its resilience.

  • The garden features a beautiful dasylirion that thrives in the hot, dry climate.

  • In desert landscaping, dasylirion is favored for its striking appearance and low water needs.

  • Many gardeners appreciate dasylirion for its unique spiky leaves and resilience to drought.

Surface Forms

dasylirion singular
dasylirions plural

Etymology

Dasylirion comes from Greek parts dasy- 'hairy' and -lirion 'lily'. It literally means 'hairy lily', which helps you picture its spiky, grass-like leaves and remember a desert plant that can survive long dry periods.