swahili [noun]

Sikio-la-tembo

Maana (Definition)

A large epiphytic fern (*Platycerium elephantotis*) growing on tall forest trunks with ear-shaped fronds.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

elephant ear fern / epiphytic fern species

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

sikio la tembo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Botanical Taxonomy

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Sikio-la-tembo lilipatikana likiwa limeganda kwenye mti mkubwa wa mbao."

Translation: The elephant ear fern was found attached to a massive timber tree.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mmea fern Msitu