Ascidiferous

/æsɪˈdɪfərəs/ adjective

Definition

Producing or bearing ascidiums (sac-like structures); having ascidian characteristics or structures.

Etymology

From Latin 'ascidium' (sac) combined with '-ferous' (bearing or producing), literally meaning 'bearing ascidiums.'

Kelly Says

Plants with ascidiferous structures include tropical pitcher plants that evolved sac-like leaves to trap insects—it's the same word structure used for both marine animals and carnivorous plants!

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