Wardian case

[ wawr-dee-uhn ]

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noun

a type of terrarium having a top and sides of glass.
a case used for transporting plants, having wood sides and a glass top protected by wood slats.

wardian case

/ ˈwɔːdɪən /

1835–45; named after Nathaniel B. Ward (1791–1868), English botanist; -ian

C19: named after N. B. Ward (died 1868), English botanist

The Wardian Case has been instrumental in diffusing a love of these pursuits among all classes of society.

When neatly and artistically filled with suitable plants, a Wardian Case becomes a thing of beauty.

April 18, 2024petrichor

[pet-ri-kawr]

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