Calycinal (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to or resembling a calyx.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The delicate calycinal sepals of the flower bud began to unfold, revealing the tender petals within.
- In botanical terminology, the calycinal whorl is the outermost layer of modified leaves that resemble a calyx.
- The artist's calycinal sculpture featured a series of interconnected, cup-shaped structures that echoed the shape of a flower's calyx.
- The calycinal covering of the seedling's first leaves protected it from harsh environmental conditions until it was strong enough to unfurl.
- In horticultural practice, calycinal characteristics such as leaf shape and color are often used to identify plant species and classify them according to family and genus.