ebracteate

/ɛˈbrækteɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having leaves only at the base of the stem or having a reduced number of leaves.

“The ebracteate plant had a reduced number of leaves, making it easier to care for.”

2. adjective

Having bracts that are not leaf-like.

“The ebracteate flower had distinctive, non-leaf-like bracts surrounding the bud.”

3. adjective

Having bracts that are reduced or absent.

“The ebracteate plant had a unique arrangement of leaves and reduced bracts.”

Synonyms

  • bracteate
  • ebracteolous

Antonyms

  • bracteate
  • bracteolous