gemmaceous

/ˌdʒɛməˈkɛʊs, ˌdʒɛmˈækʃəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or producing gemmae (small vegetative buds or spores that can grow into new plants)

“The gemmaceous plants quickly took over the entire garden, much to the surprise of the gardeners.”

2. noun

a gemmae-producing plant or part of a plant

“The botanist studied the unique gemmaceous structures of the rare species.”

Synonyms

  • reproductive
  • vegetative

Antonyms

  • infertile
  • sterile