Eucryphiaceous

/juːˌkrɪfiˈeɪʃəs/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or belonging to the Eucryphiaceae family of plants.

Etymology

From Eucryphiaceae + -ous (full of, characterized by), following the standard pattern for forming adjectives from plant family names in botanical nomenclature.

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