Chinese evergreen

/ˈtʃaɪˌniz ˌɛvərˈgrin/
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Definitions of Chinese evergreen
  1. noun
    erect or partially climbing herb having large green or variegated leaves
    synonyms: Aglaonema modestum, Japanese leaf
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    type of:
    houseplant
    any of a variety of plants grown indoors for decorative purposes
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