superplant

Meanings

1. A plant growing on another, such as the mistletoe; an epiphyte.
2. A plant that is particularly robust and which thrives in poor growing conditions or dominates an ecosystem.
3. A plant that is unusual in its ability to perform an especially useful function
4. A plant that can be eaten for particular health benefits or particularly high nutritional value; a superfood.
5. A plant that is created through unnatural means, such as genetic engineering, to be stronger than others.
6. A manufacturing plant that is particularly large and efficient, especially one that combines functions normally handled in separate plants.
7. A type of prosthesis composed of a fixed saddle rigidly connected to one or more abutments, especially one with subperiosteal implants.

Etymology

From super- + plant.