Dieffenbachia (Noun)
Meaning
Evergreen perennial herbs of tropical America with lush foliage and poisonous sap; often cultivated as houseplants.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The dieffenbachia in the corner of the living room added a pop of green to the space and helped purify the air.
- Her grandmother had given her the dieffenbachia as a gift for her new apartment, but she had to be careful not to touch the sap.
- The interior designer chose a dieffenbachia as the central piece for the office lobby because of its large, showy leaves.
- If you're planning to grow a dieffenbachia in your backyard, make sure to plant it in a shady area with well-draining soil.
- Because the dieffenbachia was toxic to pets, Sarah had to keep it out of reach of her curious cat, Mr. Whiskers.