convolvulaceous

American

[kuhn-vol-vyuh-ley-shuhs] / kənˌvɒl vyəˈleɪ ʃəs /

adjective

belonging to the Convolvulaceae, the morning glory family.

convolvulaceous British

/ kənˌvɒlvjʊˈleɪʃəs /

adjective

of, relating to, or belonging to the Convolvulaceae, a family of plants having trumpet-shaped flowers and typically a climbing, twining, or prostrate habit: includes bindweed, morning-glory, and sweet potato

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Etymology

Origin of convolvulaceous

1840–50; < New Latin Convolvulace ( ae ) ( convolvulus, -aceae ) + -ous

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Ipomœa purga.—A species of jalap is obtained from this convolvulaceous plant; this is a resinous matter contained in the juices.

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