CEFR C2

araceae

noun

Meaning

A large family of monocotyledonous flowering plants characterized by their inflorescence, which consists of a spadix surrounded by a leaf-like bract called a spathe.

Examples

  • Many popular houseplants, including monsteras and pothos, belong to the diverse Araceae family.
  • Botanists often study the unique pollination strategies used by various species within the Araceae.

Synonyms: arum family, aroids