Costus
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɒstəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Costus is a noun meaning A perennial tropical herbaceous plant of the genus Costus (family Costaceae).
Meaning
A perennial tropical herbaceous plant of the genus Costus (family Costaceae).
More Meanings
- Saussurea costus, a composite growing on the Himalayas in the vicinity of Kashmir, or its root.
Word Forms
- costuses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sp, koot, cordyline, coleus, fishwort, corydalis.
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