calcifuge

/kælˈsɪfjuːdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant that shuns or avoids lime-rich soils, typically requiring acidic conditions to grow.

“The calcifuge flora in the area was a result of the high alkalinity of the soil.”

Synonyms

  • acid-loving plant
  • acidophile

Antonyms

  • calciphile
  • lime-loving plant