Joseph's Coat (Noun)
Meaning
Perennial aromatic herb of southeastern Asia having large usually bright-colored or blotched leaves and spikes of blue-violet flowers; sometimes placed in genus Solenostemon.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Joseph's coat is a perennial aromatic herb commonly grown for its colorful foliage and vibrant flowers.
- It was decided to put the new joseph's coat in a corner of the garden where it would get plenty of sunlight.
- The blue-violet flowers of the joseph's coat complemented the red flowers of the nearby hibiscus plant.
- In order to encourage bushy growth, joseph's coat plants should be pinched back regularly.
- Joseph's coat can be pruned back severely if the lower leaves become leggy and unsightly.