aroid

Meanings

• noun

  A type of plant belonging to the Araceae family, characterized by their large, often colorful spadix enclosed by a spathe.

  - "The aroid plant in our garden is blooming."
  - "My friend collects various types of aroids."

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Variants

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aroid , aroids

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Etymology

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From the botanical name Araceae, derived from the Greek words ará, meaning 'clear' or 'bright', and oikos, meaning 'house' or 'dwelling place', referring to the clear sheath that surrounds the spadix.

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Trivia

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1. The largest aroid is the Elephant Foot Yam, which can weigh up to 100 pounds.

2. Some aroids, such as the Peace Lily, are popular houseplants due to their ability to thrive indoors.

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Related Concepts

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1. Philodendron: A popular genus of aroids, known for their heart-shaped leaves and various sizes and colors.

2. Monstera: A large, leafy aroid species, known for its split or fenestrated leaves.

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Culture

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Aroids are widely used in various cultures for food, medicinal purposes, and decorative purposes. In some cultures, aroid plants are considered sacred and are used in religious ceremonies.

How to Memorize "aroid"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the large, colorful spathe and spadix of an aroid plant.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the name 'aroid' with 'araceae' and the meaning 'clear house'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Araceae are clear houses for aroids' to remember the botanical name and meaning.

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