Batidaceae

plural noun

Bat·​i·​da·​ce·​ae
ˌbatə̇ˈdāsēˌē
: a family of low straggling dioecious shrubs (order Caryophyllales) having succulent opposite leaves and a conelike inflorescence see batis
batidaceous
¦⸗⸗¦dāshəs
adjective

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Batid-, Batis, type genus + -aceae

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“Batidaceae.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Batidaceae. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

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