Coleuses

/ˈkoʊliəsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of coleus; multiple plants of the genus Coleus.

Etymology

From 'coleus' (singular) + '-es' (standard English plural). The Latin-derived scientific name takes English pluralization in botanical contexts.

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Gardeners love coleuses because they're nearly impossible to kill and come in colors you'd never think were real—neon pink, deep purple, and combinations that look Photoshopped!

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