aperianthous
|a-per-i-an-thous|
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/ˌeɪpɪˈrɪænθəs/
without a perianth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aperianthous' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aperianthos,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'perianthos' referred to 'perianth.'
Historical Evolution
'aperianthos' transformed into the English word 'aperianthous' through scientific Latin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without a perianth,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking a perianth, which is the outer part of a flower, typically consisting of the calyx and corolla.
The plant is aperianthous, meaning it does not have the typical floral structures.
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Last updated: 2025/04/25 23:25