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Definition of schizophragma

schizophragma

/ˌskɪz.oʊˈfræɡ.mə/
schi · zo · phrag · ma
Plural:schizophragmas
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schizophragma Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any plant of the genus Schizophragma, consisting of deciduous, woody climbing vines in the hydrangea family native to eastern Asia, notable for their large, lacecap-like flower clusters and their ability to cling to trees and masonry using aerial roots.

Example

"The landscape architect selected a Japanese schizophragma to quickly cover the bare stone wall with lush foliage and elegant white bracts."

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• Rhymes for schizophragma

• Nearby Words

schisandra
schistothorax
schizanthus
schizophragma
schizostylis
schlegels viper
schlumbergera

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Botanical Latin, originating from the Greek words 'schizein' (to split) and 'phragma' (wall or fence). The name refers to the dehiscent nature of the plant's seed capsules, which split open along their partition walls when mature.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Schizophragma. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/schizophragma
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