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Topic: Plants

pneumatophore

IPA: /njuːˈmætəfɔːr/

KK: /nʊˈmætəˌfɔr/

noun

Definition: A specialized structure in some plants and marine animals that helps them float or breathe by containing gas.

Example: The pneumatophore of the mangrove tree helps it survive in waterlogged soil by taking in oxygen from the air.

pod

IPA: /pɒd/

KK: /pɑd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce or grow seed cases that contain seeds, or to swell in a way similar to these cases.

Example: The plant will pod in the summer, creating new seeds for the next season.

noun

Definition: A pod is a container or casing that can hold something, often used to describe a group of marine animals like whales or dolphins, or a type of fruit from plants like peas.

Example: The whale pod swam gracefully through the ocean.

transitive verb

Definition: To take out the seeds from a seed case or pod.

Example: Farmers pod the peas before cooking them.

podded

IPA: /ˈpɒdɪd/

KK: /ˈpɒdɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has pods, which are typically seed cases or containers found in plants.

Example: The podded plants in the garden are ready for harvest.

verb

Definition: To form or produce pods, which are the seed cases of certain plants.

Example: The peas had podded well this season, resulting in a bountiful harvest.

podlike

IPA: /ˈpɒdlaɪk/

KK: /pɑdlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or appearance similar to a pod, which is a seed container or a similar structure.

Example: The plant produced podlike fruits that were filled with seeds.

podocarp

IPA: /ˈpɒdəˌkɑːp/

KK: /ˈpɒdəˌkɑrp/

noun

Definition: A type of coniferous tree that belongs to the genus Podocarpus, typically found in the southern hemisphere.

Example: The podocarp is known for its unique needle-like leaves and is often used in landscaping.

podophyllum

IPA: //ˌpɒdəˈfɪləm//

KK: /pɑːdəˈfɪləm/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the Barberry family, known for its large, lobed leaves and solitary flowers. One common species is the May apple, which has medicinal uses.

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

pogonia

IPA: /pəˈɡoʊniə/

KK: /pəˈgoʊniə/

noun

Definition: A type of small land orchid that belongs to the genus Pogonia, found in the North Temperate Zone, known for its pink or white flowers.

Example: The pogonia blooms beautifully in the spring, attracting many nature lovers.

poinciana

IPA: //pɔɪnˈsiːənə//

KK: /pɔɪnˈsiːənə/

noun

Definition: A type of tropical tree or shrub known for its beautiful flowers, often found in warm climates.

Example: The bright red flowers of the poinciana tree attract many visitors to the park.

poinsettia

IPA: //pɔɪnˈsɛtiə//

KK: /pɔɪnˈsɛtɪə/

noun

Definition: A plant native to tropical America, known for its bright red leaves that look like petals and small yellow flowers in the center.

Example: During the holiday season, many people decorate their homes with poinsettias.

poisonwood

IPA: /ˈpɔɪzənˌwʊd/

KK: /ˈpɔɪzənˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: A type of tree found in southern Florida and the West Indies that has poisonous sap and can cause skin rashes when touched.

Example: Be careful not to touch the poisonwood tree, as its sap can cause a painful rash.

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