plectranthus
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- noun
- /ˈplɛktrənθəs/
- Specialized
- This variety of plectranthus is especially popular as a houseplant due to its hardiness.
Examples
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The plectranthus in my garden has beautiful purple flowers.
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The plectranthus in her garden bloomed with clusters of pale purple flowers.
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Gardeners often choose plectranthus for its attractive, aromatic leaves and low maintenance needs.
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I bought a plectranthus plant for my living room.
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The garden was vibrant with various flowers, including the striking plectranthus, known for its beautiful purple blooms.
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She decided to add plectranthus to her collection because of its fragrant leaves and colorful flowers.
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Many gardeners appreciate the plectranthus plant for its ability to thrive in shady areas while adding beauty to their landscapes.
Compounds
- Specialized
A fragrant herb with thick leaves grown for cooking and traditional medicine
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word plectranthus comes from old Greek parts plectr- like a plectrum, a guitar 'pick', and -anthus meaning 'flower'. A helpful way to remember it is 'pick-flower', which fits this garden plant often grown for its showy flowers and fragrant leaves.