Definition
bromeliad
noun
- A tropical plant of the family Bromeliaceae, typically having stiff, sword-shaped leaves and colorful flowers, including pineapple and air plants.
Usage: Often used in horticulture and botany contexts; Common as an ornamental houseplant
Examples
- The bromeliad's vibrant red flowers attracted hummingbirds to the garden.
- She placed a bromeliad on her windowsill because it required minimal watering.
- Bromeliads are native to Central and South America.
- The pineapple plant is actually a type of bromeliad.
- Many bromeliads grow as epiphytes on tree branches in tropical rainforests.
- He collected several varieties of bromeliads for his indoor plant collection.