adventive

/ædˈvɛn.tɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

introduced or introduced from another region, especially of plants

“The adventive species of the orchid bloomed in the garden.”

2. noun

a species introduced from another region, especially of plants

“The adventive plants were identified by the local botanist.”

Synonyms

  • alien
  • introduced

Antonyms

  • indigenous
  • native