cespitulose

/sɛs.pɪˈtuː.lɔʊs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a growth of shrubs or small trees, especially thorny shrubs.

“The scrubland was cespitulose in places, making it difficult to navigate.”

2. noun

A thicket or cluster of shrubs or small trees, especially thorny ones.

“The cespitulose vegetation near the old ruins was a challenge to clear.”

Synonyms

  • brachyphytic
  • brachyphytous

Antonyms

  • bare
  • treeless