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Topic: Plants

aristate

IPA: /ˈær.ɪ.steɪt/

KK: /ˈærɪsteɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a plant or flower that has a long bristle or hair-like structure at the top.

Example: The aristate flower stood out in the garden with its unique bristle-like features.

arnica

IPA: /ˈɑːrnɪkə/

KK: /ˈɑrnɪkə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant known for its yellow flowers, often used in medicine to help with pain and swelling from injuries.

Example: She applied arnica cream to her bruises to help them heal faster.

aroid

IPA: /ˈɛə.rɔɪd/

KK: /ˈɛəˌrɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a family of flowering plants known as the arum family, which includes various species with distinctive flowers and leaves.

Example: The aroid plants in the garden are known for their unique shapes and colors.

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the arum family, often found as houseplants, characterized by small flowers grouped on a spike and surrounded by a leaf-like structure.

Example: The aroid plants in my living room add a touch of greenery and elegance to the space.

arrhizal

IPA: /ˈærɪzaɪl/

KK: /æˈraɪzəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of plant that does not have a true root, often found in parasitic species.

Example: The arrhizal plant relies on its host for nutrients since it lacks a true root system.

arrowwood

IPA: /ˈɛroʊˌwʊd/

KK: /ˈɛroʊˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: A type of shrub or small tree found in eastern North America, known for its clusters of flowers and berries, belonging to the Viburnum family.

Example: The arrowwood in the garden attracted many birds with its bright berries.

artemisia

IPA: /ˌɑːrtəˈmɪziə/

KK: /ɑrˈtɛmɪziə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to a group known for its aromatic properties, including varieties like mugwort and tarragon, often characterized by their green or grayish leaves and small flower heads.

Example: The herbalist recommended using artemisia for its medicinal properties.

artichoke

IPA: /ˈɑːrtɪˌtʃoʊk/

KK: /ˈɑrtɪˌtʃoʊk/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that is related to thistles, known for its large, edible flower head that is often cooked and eaten as a vegetable.

Example: I love to eat artichokes with dip at parties.

arum

IPA: //ˈær.əm//

KK: /ˈær.əm/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the arum family, often characterized by arrow-shaped leaves and a unique flower structure.

Example: The arum plant is known for its striking appearance and is often found in gardens.

asarum

IPA: /əˈsɑːrəm/

KK: /ə'sɑrəm/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to a group of low, stemless herbs, known for their brownish flowers and aromatic roots.

Example: The asarum plant is often found in shady areas of the forest.

ascidium

IPA: /əˈsɪdiəm/

KK: /əˈsɪdɪəm/

noun

Definition: A plant structure that is shaped like a pitcher or bottle, often found in certain types of plants like pitcher plants, which can hold water or trap insects.

Example: The ascidium of the pitcher plant is designed to attract and trap insects for nutrition.

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