Graminifolious

/ɡræmɪnɪˈfoʊliəs/ adjective

Definition

Having leaves that are grass-like in form; characterized by narrow, long leaves resembling those of grasses.

Etymology

From Latin 'gramen' (grass) plus 'folium' (leaf) with the adjectival suffix '-ous.' This botanical term describes leaf morphology across various plant families.

Kelly Says

Many flowering plants—like daylilies and irises—are graminifolious even though they're not actually grasses, proving that nature recycles successful leaf designs!

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