Betulaceous (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or pertaining to or characteristic of trees of the birch family.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The birch tree's white bark was a characteristic feature of its betulaceous heritage.
- The betulaceous species in the forest included birch, alder, and hazel trees.
- Botanists were fascinated by the unique properties of betulaceous plants.
- The wood of betulaceous trees is highly prized for its durability and resistance to decay.
- In the winter, the betulaceous trees stood out against the snow-covered landscape with their striking white trunks.