achariaceous

/əˈtʃɛriəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Belonging to the Achariaceae, a family of flowering plants, especially one of the genera Acharia or Achariopsis.

“The achariaceous plants in the garden attracted several species of butterflies.”

2. noun

A member of the Achariaceae, a family of flowering plants.

“Several achariaceous species were discovered in the expedition.”

Synonyms

  • acharioid
  • tropical

Antonyms

  • alpine
  • temperate