water hyacinth
nounmasculinetécnico/ɐˈɣwapɨ/rare
a·gua·pe
Definition
A free-floating aquatic plant of the family Pontederiaceae (Eichhornia crassipes), with rounded leaves and blue flowers, considered invasive in many waterways.
The lake is completely covered with water hyacinth.
The proliferation of water hyacinth hinders navigation on the river.
Common collocations
water hyacinth infestationwater hyacinth removal
Etymology
Do tupi *awa'pe* ('folha redonda', referente a plantas aquáticas).