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perennial

a woody or herbaceous plant that can continue its growth for at least two years
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perennial

[pə′ren·ē·əl]
(botany)
A plant that lives for an indefinite period, dying back seasonally and producing new growth from a perennating part.
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perennial

A plant or shrub whose life cycle is greater than 2 years.
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