geophila

Meanings

• noun

  A genus of epiphytic or lithophytic plants, commonly known as pothos or devil's ivy, native to tropical regions of the Americas.

  - "The Geophila plant is commonly used as a houseplant due to its ability to thrive in low-light conditions."
  - "Geophila is a popular choice for those who want to add some greenery to their office desks."

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Variants

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nemophila , nemophilas

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Etymology

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From the Greek word geo (earth) and phyllon (leaf).

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Trivia

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1. Geophila plants are known for their ability to survive in low-light conditions, making them popular houseplants.

2. The Geophila plant is also known as devil's ivy because of its ability to thrive in neglectful conditions.

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Related Concepts

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1. epiphyte: A plant that grows on another plant, not parasitically but deriving moisture and nutrients from the air and rain.

2. lithophyte: A plant that grows on rocks or other mineral substrates, deriving moisture and nutrients from the air and rain.

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Culture

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Geophila, specifically the species Geophila hookeriana, is known for its use in traditional medicine in some parts of Central and South America. It is believed to have various medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.

How to Memorize "geophila"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a plant growing on a rock or tree in a tropical rainforest.
   - Imagine the leaves of the Geophila plant trailing over the edge of a pot.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'Geophila' with the image of a tropical plant growing in low-light conditions.
   - Think of the Geophila plant as a houseplant that thrives in various environments.

3. mnemonics
   

   - G - Geophila, Grows on a G - Rock or tree.
   - G - Geophila, G - Grows in G - Greenhouses and homes.

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