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aspidistra

aspidistra

1 9.9
A common houseplant with large shiny leaves that stays green all year
  • noun
  • /ˌæspɪˈdɪstrə/
translation icon : aspidistra
  • An aspidistra can add a touch of green to any indoor space with minimal maintenance required.

Examples

  • She decided to decorate her living room with an aspidistra due to its large, glossy leaves.

  • Then there's work nurturing the aspidistra, begonias, the bromeliads.

    Green Card (1990)

  • The aspidistra is known for its ability to thrive in low light conditions, making it a popular houseplant.

Synonyms

Aspidistra elatior
vsaspidistra
  • Specialized
9.6

A strong houseplant with broad shiny leaves that grows well in low light

is the general common term rather than a specific species
bar-room plant
vsaspidistra
8.0

A plant with large green leaves that people keep indoors for decoration

is the neutral botanical term used for that same houseplant
cast-iron plant
vsaspidistra
7.2

A very hardy houseplant that has long green leaves and needs little care

focuses more on glossy leaf appearance than on toughness

Compounds

Aspidistra elatior
  • Specialized
9.6

A strong houseplant with broad shiny leaves that grows well in low light

How Decorative

ornamental
1 4.8
aspidistra
1 9.9
wildling
8.2

Surface Forms

aspidistra singular
aspidistras plural

Etymology

Aspidistra comes from the Greek root aspis, meaning 'shield', with an ending that makes it 'little shield'. That's why the plant's large glossy leaves look like shields and why it is seen as a tough, easy houseplant.