Definition

A type of flowering plant that belongs to the genus Geum, known for its perennial and herbaceous characteristics.

Example

The garden was filled with beautiful geum plants that bloomed in vibrant colors.

Conversation

I saw a beautiful flower in the garden yesterday.

Oh really? What kind of flower was it?

I think it was a geum. Have you heard of it?

Yes! They have such vibrant colors — I love those flowers.

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Root Explanation

The word 'geum' originates from Latin 'geum', which refers to a genus of flowering plants in the rose family, commonly known as avens. It is derived from the Greek word 'geuon', meaning to be sweet or pleasant, reflecting the pleasant nature of the flowers in this genus.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for sweet ('geuon') to remember that 'geum' refers to a genus of plants known for their pleasant flowers.

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