vriesia

noun

vrie·​sia
ˈvrēzh(ē)ə,
-zēə
1
capitalized : a genus of chiefly epiphytic herbs (family Bromeliaceae) having densely rosetted leaves, free petals, and basal scales on the inner sides of the petals
2
plural -s : any plant of the genus Vriesia

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from W. H. de Vriese †1862 Dutch botanist + New Latin -ia

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“Vriesia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vriesia. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.

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