dasyphyllous

/ˌdæsizˈfɪləs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having leaves that are clustered at the tips of the branches.

“The dasyphyllous plants were found growing in the remote forest.”

2. noun

A plant that has leaves that are clustered at the tips of the branches.

“The botanist studied the dasyphyllous species in the field.”

Synonyms

  • bracteate
  • glomerate
  • thyrsoid

Antonyms

  • monophyllous
  • simple-leaved