aphyllous

/æfɪˈlaʊs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Lacking leaves; leafless, especially of certain plants.

“The aphyllous shrub in our backyard had beautiful flowers, but no leaves.”

2. noun

A plant that is aphyllous.

“The botanist studied the properties of a variety of aphyllous plants.”

Synonyms

  • foliaceous
  • leafless

Antonyms

  • foliate