leafage

as in foliage
green leaves or plants the springtime leafage enveloping the park makes it seem much more private

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Noun
  • Fine foliage and a trailing habit add to this plant’s charm.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 22 May 2025
  • Pull off or trim away the declining flowers and foliage but leave the stems.
    Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 May 2025
Noun
  • The jungle-like garden, Norton’s collection of 250 rare plants, including palms, orchids, and other native plants, is beautiful itself, and Norton’s massive sculptures (in stone, wood, and bronze) look right at home among the vegetation.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 31 May 2025
  • The fire is burning in a region that has received only half of its normal seasonal rainfall and is being fueled by the chaparral plant, the most flammable type of vegetation in the United States, the National Weather Service said.
    Jayne Yutig, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2025
Noun
  • During a visit to South Caicos, guests can enjoy a more wild perspective on the region, with eye-catching flora and fauna calling the area home.
    Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
  • Rich in potassium and super anti-inflammatory, coconut water can help rebalance the flora and fauna in your gut, along with boosting hydration—an important marker for a healthy digestive system.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 14 May 2025
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“Leafage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leafage. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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