epistylar

/ɛpɪˈstaɪlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated at or near the epistyle, especially of a leaf or inflorescence.

“The epistylar region of the flower is particularly delicate.”

2. noun

A leaf or inflorescence that is situated at or near the epistyle.

“The epistylar part of the plant showed interesting patterns.”

Synonyms

  • epistylar
  • epistylar
  • stylopid
  • stylopodium

Antonyms

  • stylophorous