orpine
- noun
- /ˈɔrˌpaɪn/
- She identified the succulent as orpine, also known as 'live-forever' due to its hardy nature.
Examples
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The orpine thrived at the edge of the garden, its clusters of flowers attracting bees all summer.
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The garden is filled with orpine plants.
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Botanists studied how orpine adapted to rocky soils in northern climates.
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My grandmother always grows orpine in her backyard.
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The orpine is a resilient plant that can survive in harsh, rocky environments.
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In the spring, the orpine blooms with beautiful clusters of purplish-white flowers.
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Many gardeners appreciate the orpine for its ability to flourish with minimal care.
Synonyms
A plant that lives many years with toothed leaves and small purplish-white flowers
A small hardy plant with thick leaves that forms low clusters and small purple and white flowers
A plant that lives for many years with toothed leaves and small purplish-white flower clusters
A plant that lives for several years with thick leaves and small purple flowers
Surface Forms
Etymology
Orpine comes from Old French orpin, the old name for this tough little plant. It is often called 'live-forever' because it stores water and can survive on rocks, which makes it easy to remember its meaning.