epiphyte Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun plant that derives moisture and nutrients from the air and rain; usually grows on another plant but not parasitic on it
aerophyte; epiphytic plant; air plant.
WordNet
Ep"i*phyte noun
Etymology
Gr. upon + plant, to grow: cf. F.Definitions
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(Bot.) An air plant which grows on other plants, but does not derive its nourishment from them. See Air plant . -
(Med.) A vegetable parasite growing on the surface of the body.