[ˌæləˈtɒptrɪkəl]

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting a type of plant that has been cultivated and bred in a region outside its native or natural range

“The allotropical varieties of rice grown in Europe were highly prized for their flavor and nutritional value.”

2. noun

a plant of an allotropical type

“The allotropical species of wheat that was introduced to the continent thrived in the local climate.”