chloranthy
noun
chlo·ran·thy
\ˈklōrˌan(t)thē\
Definition of chloranthy
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: reversion of normally colored floral leaves to green foliage leaves
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Origin and Etymology of chloranthy
French chloranthie, from chlor- + Greek anthos flower + French -ie -y
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