melicerous

/ˌmɛlɪˈsɪrəs, ˌmɛlɪˈsɪərəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

producing or characterized by melic bees, especially in the flowers or fruits of a plant

“The melicerous flowers attracted a swarm of bees to the garden.”

2. noun

a melic bee or a plant producing melic bees

“The melicerous plants in the meadow provided a natural source of nectar for the bees.”

Synonyms

  • honey-producing
  • melitic

Antonyms

  • bee-free
  • pollen-less