Definition

1. Noun:
   • A European plant resembling the cuckoopint: "dragon arum" refers to a specific type of European arum plant, known for its distinctive, often unpleasant-smelling flower that resembles the common cuckoopint (Arum maculatum).

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The dragon arum is known for its unique, foul odor that attracts pollinating insects.
  • We saw a dragon arum blooming in the botanical garden's European section.

Advanced Usage

• Botanical Context: In botanical texts, "dragon arum" is often used to describe the specific morphology of the plant, particularly its spathe and spadix.
  • The study focused on the thermogenic properties of the dragon arum's inflorescence.

Variants and Related Words

• Dracunculus vulgaris: This is the scientific name for the plant commonly called dragon arum.
• Voodoo lily: A common name for related plants in the same family, sometimes used interchangeably in gardening contexts, though it typically refers to different species.

Synonyms

• Green dragon: A name sometimes used for similar arum species, though not a perfect synonym.
• Stink lily: A colloquial term referencing the plant's odor, used for several foul-smelling arums.

Related Phrases

• "The dragon arum's bloom": A phrase used to describe the short-lived flowering period of the plant.
  • The dragon arum's bloom lasts only a few days but is a remarkable sight.

Related Idioms

There are no common idioms specifically featuring "dragon arum."

Noun

1. European arum resembling the cuckoopint