anastatica

uncountable · proper noun

A proper noun referring to a genus of plants, specifically the species known as the rose of Jericho or resurrection plant, which is known for its ability to survive desiccation.

• 🇷🇺Имя собственное, обозначающее род растений, в частности вид, известный как иерихонская роза или растение воскресения, которое известно своей способностью выживать при высыхании.

1. Resurrection plant C1 formal

   A genus of flowering plants, specifically the species Anastatica hierochuntica, commonly known as the rose of Jericho or resurrection plant, which curls up when dry and unfurls when moistened.

   • The Anastatica plant is famous for its ability to revive after being completely dried out.
   • In the desert, Anastatica appears dead but springs back to life with rain.
   • The rose of Jericho, or Anastatica, is often sold as a curiosity.

   🇷🇺Анастатическое растение

   Synonyms: resurrection plantrose of jericho

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