Atriplex
|A-tri-plex|
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/ˈætrəˌplɛks/
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/ˈætrɪˌplɛks/
salt-tolerant plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Atriplex' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'atriplex', where 'atri-' meant 'black' and '-plex' referred to 'folded'.
Historical Evolution
'Atriplex' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its reference to the plant genus.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific plant genus, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of plants in the family Amaranthaceae, commonly known as saltbush.
The Atriplex plant is often found in saline environments.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/30 19:58