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Definition of loropetalum
loropetalum
/ˌlɔːroʊˈpɛtələm/
lo · ro · pet · a · lum
Plural:loropetalums
loropetalum Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
An evergreen shrub or small tree in the witch-hazel family (Hamamelidaceae), native to China, Japan, and Southeast Asia, widely cultivated for its distinctive fringe-like flowers and often vibrant purple or burgundy foliage.
Example
"We planted a row of pink loropetalum along the fence line to add a pop of color to the spring landscape."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from New Latin, constructed from the Greek words 'loron' (strap) and 'petalon' (leaf or petal), referring to the characteristic long, thin, strap-like petals of its flowers.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Loropetalum. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/loropetalum