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hosta

/ˈhɒs.tə/

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noun

C2formalcommonscientific/ˈhɒs.tə/

proper noun

A robust, clump-forming perennial herb native to East Asia, known for its racemose flowers and often referred to as a plantain lily.

  • 🇷🇺Крупное кустистое многолетнее травянистое растение родом из Восточной Азии, известное своими кистевидными соцветиями и часто называемое подорожниковой лилией.
  1. Plant species B1 formal scientific

    A robust, clump-forming perennial herb native to East Asia, known for its ornamental leaves and racemose flowers; commonly called plantain lily and cultivated in gardens.

    • She planted hostas in the shady corner of the garden.
    • Hosta leaves can vary in color from deep green to yellow or variegated.
    • The hosta produces tall flower spikes in midsummer.
    • Gardeners often divide hostas every few years to control their growth.

    🇷🇺Вид растения

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