Ornamental plant
Ornamental Plant
Ornamental plants are plants that are grown for decorative purposes in gardens and landscape design projects, as houseplants, cut flowers and specimen display. The cultivation of these, called floriculture, forms a major branch of horticulture.
Pronunciation
- /ˌɔːrnəˈmɛntəl plɑːnt/
Etymology
The term "ornamental" comes from the Latin word "ornamentum", which means equipment, ornament, while "plant" comes from the Old English "plante" meaning young tree or herb.
Cultivation and uses
Ornamental plants are used in private gardens and in public landscape design in spaces such as parks, public squares and boulevards. The use of ornamental plants also extends to indoor environments, with many buildings such as offices and shopping malls featuring indoor ornamental plant displays.
Types of Ornamental Plants
There are several types of ornamental plants, including:
- Flowering plants: These are perhaps the most popular type of ornamental plant. Examples include roses, tulips, and daisies.
- Foliage plants: These plants are grown for their attractive foliage rather than their flowers. Examples include ferns and hostas.
- Succulents: These plants have thick, fleshy leaves or stems that store water. Examples include cacti and aloe.
- Trees and shrubs: These larger plants provide structure to a garden and can also provide shade and habitat for wildlife. Examples include maple trees and boxwood shrubs.
See also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ornamental plant
- Wikipedia's article - Ornamental plant
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