coleus

Noun

Meaning

A plant of several species of the Mint family, cultivated for its bright-colored or variegated leaves.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

flame nettle melissa herb mentha origanum salvia nepeta herbage monarda thymus Lamiaceae agastache phlomis Calamintha plectranthus

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Hypernyms

herb herbaceous plant

Hyponyms

Joseph's coat Coleus blumei painted nettle Solenostemon blumei Solenostemon scutellarioides Coleus amboinicus

Anagrams

oscule Clouse Coules

Examples

An exclusive active rescue complex (edelweiss, imperatoria, swiss stone pine, and viapure® coleus) helps give lips a healthy, even-toned appearance. Source: Internet

The herb coleus forskohlii appears to help underactive thyroid glands by increasing the amount of the hormone it produces, according to UMMC. Source: Internet

It seems the coleus is worth its weight in gold in the landscape this time of the year. Source: Internet

Some of the craziest common names for plants are for coleus, including, but not limited to, Keystone kopper, bada bing, and killer klown. Source: Internet

There are so many different varieties of coleus -- some for sunny spots, others for shady conditions -- with foliage so unique and colorful, gardeners are sure to find some they love. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Coletta Colette Coletti Coleus amboinicus Coleus aromaticus Coleus blumei