ericoid

/ɛrɪˈkoʊɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of Ericaceae, a family of flowering plants

“The ericoid heath flowers bloomed throughout the summer months.”

2. noun

a plant of the family Ericaceae, especially one of the heaths or rhododendrons

“The ericoid shrubs were a common sight in the Scottish moors.”

Synonyms

  • Ericaceous
  • heath-like

Antonyms

  • non-Ericaceous