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Noun: foliage  fow-lee-ij
  1. The leaves of a plant or tree collectively
    "The autumn foliage was a spectacular array of reds and golds";
    - leafage
     
  2. (architecture) leaf-like architectural ornament
    "The building's facade was adorned with intricate foliage designs";
    - foliation
     
  3. A decorative spray of plant leaves
    "The florist added some foliage to complement the bouquet"

Derived forms: foliages

Type of: architectural ornament

Encyclopedia: Foliage