Definition

Describing a plant or stem that grows along the ground without rooting, or lying face down.

Example

The procumbent vine spread across the garden floor, creating a lush green carpet.

Conversation

Have you seen that new plant I got for the garden?

Yeah, I noticed it looks quite procumbent in its pot.

I think it will look great once it spreads out on the ground.

Definitely! I love how procumbent plants add a nice touch to the landscape.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Procumbent → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning forward) and "cumbere" (meaning to lie down). The word describes something that lies down or is inclined forward.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'lying down' ('cumbere') in a 'forward' position ('pro-') — that's what procumbent means.

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