chrysophyll

/krɪˈsɒfɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A term used in botany, referring to the golden or yellow color of a plant’s leaves.

“The rare chrysophyll plant is highly prized by botanists for its unique foliage.”

2. noun

A type of yellow pigment found in certain plant tissues.

“The chrysophyll extracted from the plant was used to create a natural dye.”

Synonyms

  • chlorophyll
  • xanthophyll

Antonyms

  • achromic