convolvulaceous

[kuh n-vol-vyuh-ley-shuh s]

adjective

belonging to the Convolvulaceae, the morning glory family.

Compare morning glory family.

Origin of convolvulaceous

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

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British Dictionary definitions for convolvulaceous

convolvulaceous

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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