amyloplastic

/ˌæmɪləˈplæstɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or capable of forming starch or amyloplasts, especially in plant cells

“The amyloplastic cells in the potato are responsible for its starch content.”

2. noun

a cell or tissue that can form starch or amyloplasts

“The researcher studied the amyloplastic tissue of the plant to understand its metabolic processes.”

Synonyms

  • amyloidosic
  • starch-forming

Antonyms

  • amyloidectic