How Do You Spell ADENIA?

Pronunciation: [adˈiːni͡ə] (IPA)

The word "adenia" is spelled with five letters- A, D, E, N, and I, and is pronounced as uh-dee-nee-uh according to the IPA phonetic transcription. It refers to the absence or deficiency of gland cells in a tissue or organ. The etymology of the word comes from the Greek word "aden" which means gland and "ia" which means condition. Adenia is a medical term that is used in pathology to describe a type of disease or abnormality in cells, organs or tissues.

ADENIA Meaning and Definition

1. Adenia is a noun that refers to a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Passifloraceae. It is also commonly known as "touch-me-not" or "five-petal." Adenia consists of approximately 90 species of perennial vines, shrubs, or small trees that are native to tropical and subtropical regions across Africa and Asia, particularly in Madagascar.

   The plants in the Adenia genus possess distinct characteristics such as palmately lobed leaves and showy, often fragrant flowers. They are known for their peculiar ability to store water within their tuberous roots or stems, enabling them to withstand arid or semi-arid environments. This adaptation allows Adenia plants to survive in harsh ecological conditions, particularly during periods of drought.

   The flowers of Adenia can vary in color, ranging from white to yellow, pink, or red. They usually bloom during the warm season and are pollinated by insects. The fruit produced by these plants, known as capsules, typically contain one or more seeds, which are dispersed either by animals or wind.

   Due to their unique characteristics and attractive appearance, some species of Adenia are cultivated as ornamental plants in gardens and greenhouses. However, it is essential to handle these plants with caution, as some species exhibit toxicity in their roots or stems, which can cause severe skin irritation or other adverse effects when in direct contact.

2. Generalized hypertrophy of the lymphatic glands without hyperleucocytosis.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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Etymology of ADENIA

The word "adenia" is derived from the Greek word "adeno", meaning gland, and the suffix "-ia", used to indicate a condition or state. Therefore, "adenia" refers to a condition or state related to the glands.

Plural form of ADENIA is ADENIAS