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baseball plant

noun

Etymology

Of the Euphorbia, named for the plant's resemblance in size and shape to a baseball.

Definitions

  1. A type of succulent plant native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa, resembling a…

    A type of succulent plant native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa, resembling a small round cactus, of species Euphorbia obesa.

    • Baseball plant can feel top-heavy when unpotting, as if the top could separate from the delicate roots.
    • The Baseball Plant is a unique member of the Euphorbia genus native to parts of South Africa. Typically sold as a singular small, round plant, it eventually stretches out and grows tall.

  2. A baseball field.

    • The University of Nebraska gave up baseball temporarily but will have a university team next year when a new baseball plant will be ready for use.

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