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Definition of darmera

darmera

/ˈdɑːr.mər.ə/
dar · me · ra

Plural:darmeras
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darmera Lexical Profile

• noun

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A large-leaved rhizomatous perennial plant (Darmera peltata), native to mountain streamsides in the western United States, often cultivated in ornamental gardens for its striking umbrella-like foliage; also known as the Indian rhubarb.

Example

"The landscape architect planted a darmera near the edge of the pond, knowing its massive leaves would thrive beautifully in the consistently damp soil."

Word Origin & Etymology

Named in honor of Karl Darmer, a 19th-century German horticulturist, combined with the Latin suffix '-a' used to denote botanical genera.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Darmera. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/darmera
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