Polypod: meaning, definitions and examples

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polypod

 

[ หˆpษ’lษชpษ’d ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical term

A polypod refers to a type of fern belonging to the family Polypodiaceae. These ferns typically have a wide range of morphologies and can thrive in a variety of habitats, often characterized by their creeping rhizomes and pinnate leaves. Polypods are commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Synonyms

bracken, fern, pteridophyte

Examples of usage

  • The garden features several polypod ferns showcasing their unique foliage.
  • In the rainforest, polypods are abundant and contribute to the lush greenery.
  • Polypod varieties can diversify the landscape of your home garden.
  • Many gardeners love polypods for their adaptability to shade.

Translations

Translations of the word "polypod" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น polipรณd

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ‰เคฒเฅ€เคชเฅ‹เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Polypod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ polipoda

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะปั–ะฟะพะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ polipod

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒชใƒใƒƒใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท polypode

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ polipodio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท polipod

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํด๋ฆฌํฌ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆู„ูŠุจูˆุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ polypod

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ polypod

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคš่ถณๅŠจ็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ polipod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ polypod

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะพะปะธะฟะพะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒžแƒแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ polipod

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ polipodio

Word origin

The term 'polypod' derives from the Greek roots 'poly-', meaning 'many', and 'pod', meaning 'foot' or 'leg'. This nomenclature reflects the multiple segments or lobes typically found on the fronds of these ferns. The family Polypodiaceae was established in botanical classification in the early 19th century, as botanists began to explore and categorize diverse fern species from tropical and subtropical environments. The study of polypods has played a significant role in our understanding of fern evolution and diversity, making them an important group in the field of botany. Additionally, polypods have cultural significance in various societies, often being used for decorative purposes or in traditional medicine.