(たにくしょくぶつ)

たにくしょくぶつ
noun
succulent (plant)
nature
1. succulent plant
A plant with thick, fleshy leaves or stems that store water, such as cacti, aloe, and echeveria. Popular as low-maintenance houseplants.
多肉植物(たにくしょくぶつ)(そだ)てる
To grow succulents.
多肉植物(たにくしょくぶつ)(みず)やり(すく)なくて()
Succulents need little watering.
I line up lots of small succulents on the windowsill and enjoy them.

Compound of 多肉(たにく) (thick-fleshed) + 植物(しょくぶつ) (plant). Succulents are a major hobby category in Japan, with dedicated shops and magazines.

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