Spathe (noun)

A large bract or leaf-like structure that surrounds the flowers on some plants, particularly in the araceae family.

Origin:

The word "spathe" comes from the greek word "spathē" which means "blade" or "leaf", it refers to a large bract or leaf-like structure that surrounds the flowers on some plants.

Examples:

1. The spadix was enclosed by a large white spathe.
2. The spathe of the calla lily is large and showy.
3. The spathe on the anthurium plant is typically red or pink.
4. The spathe is a modified leaf that surrounds the flowers on the plant.
5. The spathe of the jack-in-the-pulpit plant is green and hood-like.