alismaceous

/ˌælɪsməˈsɪs, -ˈsɛs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of alism, especially relating to the family Alismataceae of aquatic plants.

“The alismaceous plants were found thriving in the shallow waters.”

2. adjective

Covered or bearing alism.

“The alismaceous seeds were a key feature of the new plant species.”

Synonyms

  • aquatic
  • hydrophytic

Antonyms

  • non-aquatic
  • terrestrial