Convallariaceous

/ˌkɒnvəlɛəriˈeɪʃəs/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or belonging to the Convallariaceae family of plants; having characteristics typical of lily of the valley and related species.

Etymology

From Convallariaceae (the plant family name) plus the adjectival suffix '-ous,' following the pattern of botanical terminology (e.g., 'rosaceous' from Rosaceae).

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