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Entelea

Entelea

9.9
An evergreen bush from New Zealand with large heart-shaped leaves
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Entelea genus is recognized for its rapid growth and large, heart-shaped leaves.

Examples

  • Some indigenous traditions use the bark of Entelea for making cordage.

  • Scientists studied the ecological role of Entelea in native New Zealand forests.

  • The Entelea tree thrives in New Zealand's unique climate.

  • Many gardeners prefer Enteleas for their beautiful foliage.

  • Scientists studied the ecological role of Entelea in native New Zealand forests.

  • Some indigenous traditions use the bark of Entelea for making cordage.

  • The Entelea genus is recognized for its rapid growth and large, heart-shaped leaves.

Synonyms

genus Entelea
vsEntelea
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of evergreen shrubs from New Zealand with large leaves and unusual flowers

focuses on softwood quality rather than floral appearance

Compounds

genus Entelea
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of evergreen shrubs from New Zealand with large leaves and unusual flowers

Surface Forms

Entelea singular
Enteleas plural

Etymology

Entelea gets its name from the Greek word enteleia, which means 'complete' or 'fully realized'. So the name fits this fast-growing shrub with large, full leaves, as if the plant quickly reaches its full shape.