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corn plant

American  

noun

  1. any of several treelike tropical plants of the genus Draecena, especially D. fragrans massangeana, widely cultivated as a houseplant.


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He said people are trying to use the stover, the parts of a corn plant left on the ground after harvesting to make fuel.

From Science Daily Sep. 20, 2023

The corn plant, as it’s commonly known, is a handsome plant prized for its ability to thrive in low-light situations.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2022

In his little place at 5222 University Way N.E., with one single barber’s chair, there also is one great, big, indoor corn plant.

From Seattle Times Feb. 20, 2018

“Put the rooster’s head coming up here, toward where you are sitting. Put the corn plant horizontal toward that door area down there,” the first person called out.

From National Geographic Apr. 13, 2016

Passersby do not seem to notice a young man sitting beside a corn plant in the middle of a magic circle, seeking.

From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads

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