exocyclica
/ˌɛksəˈsɪklɪkə/Definitions
1. noun
A type of insect with an external cocoon.
“The exocyclica stage is a critical part of the insect life cycle.”
2. noun
A term used to describe the outermost part of a bud or a flower, which is usually the first part to emerge and develop.
“The exocyclica of the flower is where the first petals start to form.”