Parthenocissus (Noun)
Meaning
Woody vines having disklike tips on the tendrils.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The garden wall was covered with Parthenocissus, its disk-like suckers clinging tightly to the stone.
- In the autumn, the Parthenocissus on the facade of the old house was ablaze with color.
- Parthenocissus, with its remarkable adhesive properties, is often used to decorate arbors and pergolas.
- The tendrils of the Parthenocissus curled around the wooden railing, anchoring the vine in place.
- Boston ivy, a type of Parthenocissus, is a popular choice for training up walls and trellises.