Cabomba

/kəˈbɑmbə/ noun

Definition

An aquatic plant with delicate, feathery leaves, commonly used in aquariums; also called fanwort.

Etymology

From Portuguese/Spanish 'cabomba', possibly derived from an indigenous South American language. The plant originates from South and Central America but has become common in aquariums worldwide.

Kelly Says

Cabomba is so good at growing that it's now an invasive species in parts of the United States and Europe—the same qualities that make it pretty in tanks make it dangerous in nature.

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