Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling a pap; especially, relating to or resembling a small, usually spherical or oval, plant or bud.

“The botanist studied the pappescent flowers in the garden.”

2. noun

A small, usually spherical or oval, plant or bud, especially one resembling a pap.

“The pappescent structures on the plant were an interesting feature of the species.”