diphyllous

/daɪˈfɪləs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having two leaves; described in terms of the number of leaves.

“The diphyllous arrangement of its leaves is a unique characteristic of this plant species.”

2. noun

A plant or flower that has diphyllous leaves.

“The botanist studied the diphyllous specimen in the greenhouse.”

Synonyms

  • diphyllous
  • two-leaved

Antonyms

  • monophyllous