Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melliferous
Adjective
/məˈlɪf.ər.əs/
Definition
Producing or yielding honey.
Examples
- The melliferous flowers in the garden attract many bees.
- Beekeepers often plant melliferous herbs to ensure their honey production is robust.
- The melliferous scent of the blossoms filled the air during spring.
Meaning
The term ‘melliferous’ is used to describe plants or flowers that produce nectar, which bees collect to make honey. It can also refer to anything that is sweet or honey-like in nature.
Synonyms
- Honey-producing
- Nectar-bearing
- Sacchariferous
