jack-in-the-pulpit (Meaning)
jack-in-the-pulpit (n)
common American spring-flowering woodland herb having sheathing leaves and an upright club-shaped spadix with overarching green and purple spathe producing scarlet berries
common European arum with lanceolate spathe and short purple spadix; emerges in early spring; source of a starch called arum
Synonyms & Antonyms of jack-in-the-pulpit
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jack-in-the-pulpit Sentence Examples
- The jack-in-the-pulpit is a spring ephemeral, a wildflower that blooms in the early spring before the trees leaf out.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit is a member of the Araceae family, which also includes calla lilies, peace lilies, and philodendrons.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit is found in moist woodlands and swamps in eastern North America.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit has a single, three-parted leaf that is divided into two leaflets and a spathe, which is a leaf-like structure that surrounds the flower.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit flower is a small, purple or green spadix that is enclosed by the spathe.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit is pollinated by flies and other small insects that are attracted to the flower's foul odor.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit produces a single, bright red berry that is poisonous to humans.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit is a popular plant for use in woodland gardens.
- The jack-in-the-pulpit is a symbol of spring and new beginnings.
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common American spring-flowering woodland herb having sheathing leaves and an upright club-shaped spadix with overarching green and purple spathe producing scar
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No antonyms found.
The jack-in-the-pulpit is a spring ephemeral, a wildflower that blooms in the early spring before the trees leaf out.
The jack-in-the-pulpit is a member of the Araceae family, which also includes calla lilies, peace lilies, and philodendrons.
The jack-in-the-pulpit is found in moist woodlands and swamps in eastern North America.
The jack-in-the-pulpit is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.
