1. A plant that is alive and actively growing, as opposed to a dried, pressed, or artificial plant
She decorated her apartment with several living plants.
Ela decorou seu apartamento com várias plantas vivas.
2. In botanical or horticultural contexts, a plant organism that exhibits vital functions such as photosynthesis, growth, and reproduction
The greenhouse contains many living plants from different climates.
A estufa contém muitas plantas vivas de diferentes climas.