biophilous

/ˌbaɪ.əʊˈfaɪ.əs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a love or fondness for nature, or living in a place that is suitable for plants.

“The biophilous garden design was a hit at the architecture conference.”

2. noun

An organism that lives in a place that is suitable for plants, especially a plant or animal that is native to a specific region.

“The biophilous species found in the forest were studied by the team of scientists.”

Synonyms

  • ecophilous
  • nature-loving
  • plant-loving

Antonyms

  • anthropophilous
  • urban