bromeliad

noun

bro·​me·​li·​ad brō-ˈmē-lē-ˌad How to pronounce bromeliad (audio)
: any of the chiefly tropical American usually epiphytic plants comprising the pineapple family and including Spanish moss and various ornamentals

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Many miniature or compact species of orchids, bromeliads, ferns, begonias, and aroids are epiphytes and can thrive in terrariums. Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024 The bears were also more likely to forage for bromeliads in the dry season. Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 21 June 2023 Some holiday decor alternatives that are non-toxic to pets include Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi), bromeliads (Tillandsia spp.), African violets (Streptocarpus sect. Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024 Exotic-looking bromeliads, air plants’ big sisters, are also a good choice for adding a little holiday color, but their tough leaves help deter chewing. Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bromeliad 

Word History

Etymology

New Latin Bromelia, genus of tropical American plants, from Olaf Bromelius †1705 Swedish botanist

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bromeliad was in 1866

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“Bromeliad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bromeliad. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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