houseplant

[hous-plant, -plahnt]

noun

1. an ornamental plant that is grown indoors or adapts well to indoor culture.

Word History and Origins

Origin of houseplant¹

First recorded in 1870–75; house + plant

Example Sentences

Warmed by sundry houseplants and a caffeinated cloud, I was handed a plate full of intent.

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She and her family lost their garage and part of their yard in the fire and in the weeks that followed, she made a point of purchasing a small houseplant for herself at Trader Joe’s.

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A houseplant adds color and makes a space feel more homey without making any drastic changes to any of the walls.

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Increased temperatures and too much direct sunlight can have a negative effect on houseplants.

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The carpets, lighting and houseplants may be new, but the penthouse feels lived-in and familiar, as comforting as her beloved Zuse, who made the trek back to Los Angeles with her.

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