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genus Pilea

genus Pilea

9.4
A group of small tropical plants grown for their pretty leaves
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs pɪˈleɪə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Pilea
  • Several species within the genus Pilea are valued for their ease of care and ornamental beauty.

Examples

  • The genus Pilea is popular among indoor plant enthusiasts for its attractive leaves.

  • The genus Pilea includes many popular houseplants.

  • Botanists recently discovered a new plant belonging to the genus Pilea in South America.

  • I have a genus Pilea plant in my living room.

  • Several species within the genus Pilea are valued for their ease of care and ornamental beauty.

  • The genus Pilea is popular among indoor plant enthusiasts for its attractive leaves.

  • Many houseplants belong to the genus Pilea, making it a favorite for greenery lovers.

Synonyms

Pilea
vsgenus Pilea
  • Specialized
9.3

A small tropical houseplant with round attractive leaves

is the same meaning but given as a longer, more formal name

Surface Forms

genus Pilea singular
genera Pilea plural

Morphology

genus + Pilea

The meaning is directly compositional: 'genus' names a taxonomic category and 'Pilea' is the name of the plant group, so the phrase simply refers to the taxonomic group called Pilea. This naming convention is standard in biology and cross-linguistically common, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents would understand it.

Etymology

Genus Pilea may come from the Latin word 'pileus', meaning 'cap' or 'felt hat', because some species have small cap-shaped parts or leaves. So the name Pilea helps you picture this group of low-growing tropical plants known for their attractive foliage.