Christ Thorn (Noun)
Meaning
Somewhat climbing bushy spurge of Madagascar having long woody spiny stems with few leaves and flowers with scarlet bracts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The christ thorn plant was brought to the greenhouse to showcase its unique, scarlet bracts and spiny stems.
- Christ thorn has adapted to survive with minimal foliage, resulting in long, woody stems.
- A unique aspect of christ thorn is the limited number of leaves that appear on the mature plant.
- This type of christ thorn can be a difficult species to grow, as it is sensitive to the temperature and moisture of its environment.
- Madagascar's native christ thorn can thrive in its native climate but is not often seen in cultivation.