polyadelphous

English

Etymology

From poly- + Ancient Greek ἀδελφός (adelphós) + -ous.

Adjective

polyadelphous (not comparable)

  1. (botany) Having stamens combined in more than two groups.

Usage notes

  • Used of either a flower or a plant bearing such flowers.

References

  • polyadelphous in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913.
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