fern palm
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of cycad plant: "fern palm" refers specifically to a southeastern Indian cycad (Cycas circinalis) that has foliage resembling that of a palm tree. It is not a true palm but a cycad, an ancient group of seed plants.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The botanical garden has a magnificent specimen of the fern palm.
- Fern palms are often used in landscaping for their tropical appearance.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical contexts: The term is used to distinguish from true palms and other cycads, emphasizing its palmlike fronds.
- The guide pointed out the fern palm, noting its status as a cycad, not a palm.
Variants and Related Words
- Cycad (n): The broader plant order to which the fern palm belongs.
- Cycads, like the fern palm, are ancient plants.
- Sago palm (n): A common name for other species, sometimes confused with the fern palm.
- True sago comes from a different cycad, not the fern palm.
Synonyms
- Cycas circinalis: The scientific name.
- Queen sago: A common name for the same species.
Noun
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southeastern Indian cycad with palmlike foliage
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