foliaceous
- adjective
- /ˌfoʊliˈeɪʃəs/
- Specialized
- Some algae have foliaceous structures that allow them to absorb sunlight efficiently.
Examples
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This plant is known for its foliaceous stems, which resemble large green leaves.
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The foliaceous branches of the shrub created dense shade in the garden.
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The foliaceous plant thrived in the humid environment.
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Many foliaceous species can be found in tropical rainforests.
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Some algae have foliaceous structures that help them gather sunlight for photosynthesis.
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The foliaceous branches of the tree provided a lush canopy, making the area cool and inviting.
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This plant features foliaceous growth, giving it a vibrant, leafy appearance ideal for gardens.
Synonyms
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1.6
Having many leaves that give shade
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4.0
Having flat green parts on stems that make food for the plant
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4.2
Having the shape of a leaf
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7.4
Covered with many leaves like a tree or bush
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6.9
A plant that has long divided leaves like a fern or palm
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4.3
Having the shape or look of a leaf
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8.0
Having leaves or parts like leaves, for example three leaflets
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9.8
Having many leaves or parts that look like leaves
Shaped like a leaf
How Leafy
Surface Forms
Morphology
foliaceous = foli + aceous
The word uses the classical combining form 'foli-' plus '-aceous', but this is not transparent to most learners and the leaf-related meaning is not recoverable from ordinary English word knowledge.
Etymology
Foliaceous comes from the Latin root foli- meaning 'leaf' and is the same root as in foliage, so it describes plants or algae that are full of leaves or have parts that look like leaves.