Celastraceous

/səˌlæstrəˈʃəs/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or belonging to the Celastraceae family of plants.

Etymology

Adjective form of Celastraceae, adding the suffix '-ous' (meaning having the quality of) to the family name.

Kelly Says

The -aceous suffix in botany marks entire plant families, so spotting it means you're reading the DNA-level name of a plant group, not just a single species.

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