stoloniferous

[ stoh-luh-nif-er-uhs ]

adjective

1. producing or bearing stolons.

Other Words From

• stolon·ifer·ous·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of stoloniferous¹

First recorded in 1770–80; stolon + -i- + -ferous

Example Sentences

Perennial, and extensively stoloniferous; bright or glaucous green.

From Project Gutenberg

In stoloniferous grasses a similar difficulty of removal may be caused in a slighter degree by the underground stems.

From Project Gutenberg

Moreover P. pratensis is a creeping stoloniferous grass, less harsh, and with less pointed leaves.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• climbing
• spreading