Robustus
/roh-BUS-tus/🏷️ Taxonomy● Basic
Also known as: robusta, robustum
A form epithet indicating the plant is notably vigorous, large, or strong-growing compared to typical members of its genus or species. It promises reliability and staying power in the garden. Appears as robustus (masculine), robusta (feminine), or robustum (neuter).
Etymology
From Latin robustus, meaning "strong as oak," "robust," or "vigorous," from robur (oak, strength).
Example
“Ficus robusta (rubber plant) and Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii' — sometimes listed as robustum — signal with their epithet that these are plants of impressive, structural stature.”