Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A genus of polypetalous plants, of the order Portulaceæ.

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  • noun Any of the genus Talinum of herbaceous succulent plants, some with edible leaves.

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  • noun genus of mainly American more-or-less succulent herbs

Etymologies

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From the genus name.

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Examples

  • The rusted out metal wheelbarrow planter that was found on the property is planted with assorted small sedums, blood grass and seems to attract wayward seeds of salvias and talinum, among other things.

    Succulents-The Sedums « Fairegarden 2008

  • In slightly shaded areas, talinum has greater leaf production.

    Chapter 9 1993

  • An erect or semiprostrate small (30-60 cm), short-lived perennial herb, talinum is a common weed of the tropics now grown in home gardens as a leafy vegetable.

    Chapter 9 1993

  • There are no significant pests or diseases affecting talinum.

    Chapter 9 1993

  • I love talinum too although I don’t know the answer to your question.

    The Volunteer Gravel State « Fairegarden 2009

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