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Centrosema

Centrosema

9.9
A group of climbing tropical plants from the Americas with leaves in three parts, large flowers, and related to peas
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Centrosema
  • Many farmers use Centrosema species to improve soil fertility through nitrogen fixation.

Examples

  • The large, pale purple flowers of Centrosema are attractive to pollinators such as bees.

  • The Centrosema vine thrives in warm, humid regions of South America.

  • The Centrosema plant thrives in tropical climates.

  • Have you seen a Centrosema flower before?

  • Farmers often cultivate Centrosema to enrich the soil with nitrogen.

  • In tropical gardens, the vibrant blooms of Centrosema attract various pollinators.

  • The Centrosema plant's trifoliate leaves provide excellent ground cover in warm climates.

Compounds

Centrosema virginianum
  • Specialized
9.9

A vine from eastern North America that spreads on the ground or climbs slightly and has purple and white flowers

Surface Forms

Centrosema singular
Centrosemas plural

Etymology

The word Centrosema comes from Greek parts centro- meaning 'center' (like the English word center) and -sema meaning 'sign' or 'mark'. A helpful way to remember it is to picture the vine's large flowers with a clear 'mark' or point in the middle, which is why this name fits these tropical climbing plants.