CEFR C2

asplenium

noun

Meaning

A genus of ferns, commonly known as spleenworts, often characterized by their long, narrow fronds and distinct spore patterns.

Examples

Many species of asplenium are popular as indoor houseplants because they thrive in low-light conditions.
The botanist identified the rare asplenium growing along the damp rocky cliffside.

Synonyms: fern, spleenwort

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asplenium (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈspliːniəm/

Definition

A genus of ferns, commonly known as spleenworts, often characterized by their long, narrow fronds and distinct spore patterns.

Examples

Many species of asplenium are popular as indoor houseplants because they thrive in low-light conditions.
The botanist identified the rare asplenium growing along the damp rocky cliffside.
Her collection of ferns includes several varieties of asplenium with delicate, feathery leaves.

How to Use asplenium

asplenium species (collocation): referring to a specific type within the genus — "There are over 700 asplenium species found across the globe."

Synonyms of asplenium

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