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apocynaceous

/əˌpɒs.ɪˈneɪ.ʃəs/

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adjective

/əˌpɒs.ɪˈneɪ.ʃəs/formalscientific
  • ruОтносящийся к семейству кутровых (Apocynaceae) растений, которое включает множество тропических видов с млечным соком и часто яркими цветами.

Relating to or characteristic of the dogbane family (Apocynaceae) of plants, which includes many tropical species with milky sap and often showy flowers.

  1. Relating to the dogbane familyC2formalscientific

    Of or relating to tropical plants of the family Apocynaceae, which includes many species with milky sap and often showy flowers.

    ruКутровый

    • The apocynaceous plants in the garden include oleander and periwinkle.
    • Many apocynaceous species are known for their toxic properties.
    • The botanist specialized in the study of apocynaceous flora.