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decumary

decumary

9.9
A woody climbing plant with white flowers in clusters
  • noun
  • Specialized
: decumaria
  • We admired the delicate white blooms of the decumary during our summer hike.

Examples

  • The decumary grows abundantly in the woodlands of Georgia and Alabama.

  • Botanists studied the decumary for its unique climbing habit and floral arrangement.

  • The decumary grew rapidly along the fence.

  • Have you ever seen a decumary in bloom?

  • The decumary is known for its striking white flowers that attract many pollinators.

  • While hiking through the forest, we spotted a vibrant decumary climbing up a tall tree.

  • In spring, the decumary showcases beautiful white blooms that brighten the landscape.

Synonyms

Decumaria barbara
vsdecumary
  • Specialized
9.9

A woody climbing plant from the southeastern United States with clusters of white flowers

is the same meaning but differs in the formal species name spelling
Decumaria barbata
vsdecumary
  • Specialized
9.9

A woody climbing plant from the southeastern United States with clusters of white flowers

is the same meaning but differs in the species epithet form

Surface Forms

decumary singular
decumaries plural

Etymology

Decumary is a botanical name likely from Latin, and a helpful way to remember it is to link the start decu- to decem, which means 'ten', so you can imagine a small group of white flowers gathered like a ten-point cluster. That's why decumary fits a climbing plant known for its many white blooms in tight clusters.