Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

vexillary

Adjective
/vɛkˈsɪl.ər.i/
Definition
Relating to or resembling a vexillum, specifically in botany.
Examples
  • The vexillary arrangement of the flowers made the plant particularly distinctive.
  • In some species, the vexillary leaves provide essential support for the growth of the stem.
  • The vexillary pattern is crucial for the classification of certain botanical families.
Meaning
Describes a specific arrangement of floral parts or leaves, often in reference to how they are positioned in relation to one another.
Synonyms
  • Vexillum-like
  • Vexillate