rhyniaceae

/ˌrɪnɪˈeɪsiːiː/

Definitions

1. noun

A family of extinct plant fossils, particularly those from the Rhynie Chert in Scotland, known for their well-preserved details.

“The paleontologist studied the rhyniaceae fossils to better understand the evolution of early plant life.”

Synonyms

  • Rhyniophyta
  • fossil plants

Antonyms

  • living plants
  • modern flora