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Definitions for: Perianth [n] collective term for the outer parts of a flower consisting of the calyx and corolla and enclosing the stamen and carpel
Webster (1913) Definition: Per"i*anth, n. [Pref. peri- + Gr. ? flower: cf. F.
p['e]rianthe.] (Bot.)
(a) The leaves of a flower generally, especially when the
calyx and corolla are not readily distinguished.
(b) A saclike involucre which incloses the young fruit in
most hepatic mosses. See Illust. of Hepatica.
Synonyms: floral envelope
See Also: bloom, blossom, calyx, corolla, cover, covering, flower, natural covering
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