monosepalous

[ mon-uh-sep-uh-luhs ]

adjective

, Botany.

1. gamosepalous.
2. having only one sepal, as a calyx.

monosepalous

/ ˌmɒnəʊˈsɛpələs /

adjective

1. (of flowers) having only one sepal

Word History and Origins

Origin of monosepalous¹

First recorded in 1820–30; mono- + -sepalous

Example Sentences

Is the monophyllous or monosepalous calyx a transformation due to the junction of the primitive leaflets?

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