Spathe
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /speɪð/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Spathe is a noun meaning (botany) A large bract that envelops or subtends a whole inflorescence, typically a spadix.
Meaning
(botany) A large bract that envelops or subtends a whole inflorescence, typically a spadix.
Word Forms
- spathes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include valves, spath, spadix, bracteole, spica, bract.
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