noun
hydroculture
Refers to growing plants without soil, using water and inert media like clay pebbles. Common in indoor gardening contexts.
ハイドロカルチャーは土を使わないので、室内でも清潔に植物を育てられます。
Hydroculture doesn't use soil, so you can grow plants cleanly indoors.
水耕栽培 is a broader term for hydroponics, often used in agriculture, while ハイドロカルチャー specifically refers to decorative hydroculture for houseplants.
Loanword from English 'hydroculture'.