monophyllous

[mon-uh-fil-uhs]

adjective

Botany.

1. consisting of one leaf, as a calyx.

2. having only one leaf.

monophyllous

/ ˌmɒnəʊˈfɪləs /

adjective

1. botany having or consisting of only one leaf or leaflike part

Word History and Origins

Origin of monophyllous¹

From the Greek word monóphyllos, dating back to 1740–50. See mono-, -phyllous

Example Sentences

Monophyllous, mon-ō-fil′us, adj. having a leaf of but one piece.

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Monophyllous, one-leaved, or of one piece.

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They form cylindrical fascicles, rarely monophyllous, prevalently of 2, 3 or 5 leaves, occasionally of 4, 6, 7, or 8 leaves.

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Calyx very small, monophyllous, 5 lanceolate lobules.

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Calyx proper, very short, monophyllous, a lanceolate leaflet springing from the border.

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