philodendron
[ fil-uh-den-druhn ]
noun
a tropical American climbing plant belonging to the genus Philodendron, of the arum family, usually having smooth, shiny, evergreen leaves, often used as an ornamental houseplant.
Origin of philodendron
1Words Nearby philodendron
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How to use philodendron in a sentence
The classic dark green, rounded philodendron leaves are beautiful, and a staple among indoor gardeners.
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British Dictionary definitions for philodendron
philodendron
/ (ˌfɪləˈdɛndrən) /
nounplural -drons or -dra (-drə)
any aroid evergreen climbing plant of the tropical American genus Philodendron: cultivated as house plants
Origin of philodendron
1C19: New Latin from Greek: lover of trees
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