Ericaceous

adjective

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.adjectiveOf or pertaining to the heath family (Ericaceae).

2.adjective(especially of a plant) Acid-loving, thriving in acidic conditions.

"Ericaceous plants include camellias, hollies, hydrangeas, and maples as well as members of the Ericaceae."

3.adjectiveAcidic, acid-based

"Camellias thrive when fed with an ericaceous fertiliser."

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