carniferous

/kɑrnɪˈfɛrəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or having flowers that resemble flesh, particularly flowers of the genus Arum.

“The carniferous plants in the garden were a striking addition to the landscape.”

2. noun

A plant with flowers of this type.

“The gardener carefully tended to the carniferous plant in the greenhouse.”

Synonyms

  • carnivorous
  • meaty

Antonyms

  • floral
  • insipid