Alisma (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of aquatic or semiaquatic plants.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Alisma plant has adapted well to its aquatic environment with its modified roots and stems that thrive underwater.
- Alisma flowers typically grow above water as they need air for successful pollination by insects and bees.
- In some countries, the Alisma plant has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to cure various ailments.
- Alisma species can often be spotted in ponds and lakeshores as these plants prefer slower-moving waters for optimal growth.
- Several varieties of Alisma, commonly known as water-plantains, show unique characteristics making them interesting subjects for botanical studies.