Definition of Epicalyx

1. Noun. A group of bracts simulating a calyx as in a carnation or hibiscus.

Exact synonyms: Calycle, Calyculus, False Calyx
Generic synonyms: Bract

Definition of Epicalyx

1. a set of bracts close to and resembling a calyx [n -LYXES or -LYCES]

Medical Definition of Epicalyx

1. A whorl of bracts, just below a flower, looking like a second calyx. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Epicalyx

epiblepharon
epibole
epibolic
epibolic
epibolies
epiboly
epiboly
epibranchial
epibranchial placodes
epibulbar
epic
epical
epically
epicalyces
epicalyx (current term)
epicalyx (current term)
epicalyxes
epicanthal fold
epicanthi
epicanthic fold
epicanthus
epicanthus
epicanthus inversus
epicanthus palpebralis
epicanthus supraciliaris
epicanthus tarsalis
epicardia
epicardia
epicardiac
epicardial

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