floral envelope
the calyx and corolla of a flower.
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Perianth, per′i-anth, n. the floral envelope where the calyx and corolla are not easily distinguished.
The corolla is the more or less coloured attractive inner floral envelope; generally the most conspicuous whorl.
Certain essential organs of the flower are within the so-called floral envelope.
A Civic Biology | George William HunterOn opening the pointed spathe or floral envelope, a club-like mass will be noted arising from its base.
To cut the knot, and please all parties, our beautiful floral envelope has been denominated a petaloid perianth.
Everyday Objects | W. H. Davenport Adams
British Dictionary definitions for floral envelope
the part of a flower that surrounds the stamens and pistil: the calyx and corolla (considered together) or the perianth
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Scientific definitions for floral envelope
[ flôr′əl ]
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