orpine
- noun
- /ˈɔrˌpaɪn/
- She identified the succulent as orpine, also known as 'live-forever' due to its hardy nature.
Examples
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The orpine thrived at the edge of the garden, its clusters of flowers attracting bees all summer.
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The garden is filled with orpine plants.
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Botanists studied how orpine adapted to rocky soils in northern climates.
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My grandmother always grows orpine in her backyard.
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The orpine is a resilient plant that can survive in harsh, rocky environments.
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In the spring, the orpine blooms with beautiful clusters of purplish-white flowers.
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Many gardeners appreciate the orpine for its ability to flourish with minimal care.
Synonyms
A plant that lives for several years with thick leaves and small purple flowers
A small hardy plant with thick leaves that forms low clusters and small purple and white flowers
A plant that lives for many years with toothed leaves and small purplish-white flower clusters
A plant that lives many years with toothed leaves and small purplish-white flowers
Surface Forms
Etymology
Orpine comes from Old French orpin, the old name for this tough little plant. It is often called 'live-forever' because it stores water and can survive on rocks, which makes it easy to remember its meaning.