Umbrella Arum (Noun)
Meaning
Foul-smelling somewhat fleshy tropical plant of southeastern Asia cultivated for its edible corms or in the greenhouse for its large leaves and showy dark red spathe surrounding a large spadix.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The rare umbrella arum added an exotic touch to the botanical garden's collection of tropical plants.
- Umbrella arum, with its massive leaves, was the perfect centerpiece for the room's indoor jungle.
- Horticulturists took extra care to handle the delicate yet smelly flowers of the umbrella arum during the pruning process.
- Umbrella arum plants arranged around the dimly lit space, their striking dark red spathe transforming the atmosphere.
- In Southeast Asian cuisine, the edible corms of the umbrella arum plant are considered a delicacy when cooked properly.