A genus of plants or a plant species characterized by features relating to atmospheric or moisture-dependent growth.
From Greek 'atmos' (vapor) + suffix '-tea' (Latinized plant genus ending). A constructed scientific botanical term of limited documented usage.
This word shows how botanists invent Latin names for plants by mixing Greek roots — if a plant depends on humidity or mist, naming it something with 'atmos' makes sense!
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