involucrum
[ in-vuh-loo-kruhm ]
Origin of involucrum
11670–80; <New Latin, Latin involūcrum a wrap, cover, equivalent to involū- (variant stem of involvere to wrap, cover; see involute) + -crum instrumental suffix
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How to use involucrum in a sentence
They have also always an involucrum below the298 calyx, but this involucrum differs in the different genera.
Botany for Ladies | Jane LoudonIn the genus Malva, the involucrum consists of three leaflets, which in the common Mallow (Malva sylvestris) are oblong.
Botany for Ladies | Jane LoudonAs the seeds ripen, the involucrum falls off, but the large loose-looking calyx remains on.
Botany for Ladies | Jane LoudonThe involucrum is formed also of one piece, and the three leaves are laid one over the other as in the annexed flower.
A Complete Guide to the Ornamental Leather Work | James RevellIt belongs to that section of its numerous genus having an involucrum of stalked leaflets.
Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers | John Wood
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