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Definition of arisaema
arisaema
/ˌær.ɪˈsiː.mə/
ar · i · sae · ma
Plural:arisaemas
arisaema Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Any of numerous shade-loving woodland plants of the genus Arisaema within the arum family (Araceae), native primarily to eastern Asia and eastern North America, characterized by a unique inflorescence consisting of a fleshy spike (spadix) shielded by a specialized hood-like leaf (spathe).
Example
"While exploring the Appalachian woods in early spring, the botanist identified a native arisaema by its distinctively striped, hooded flower."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From New Latin Arisaema, coined from the Greek 'aris' (a kind of arum) and 'haima' (blood), referring to the striking red or purplish spotting on the leaves and spathes of certain species.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Arisaema. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/arisaema