monophyllous

[ mon-uh-fil-uh s ]
/ ˌmɒn əˈfɪl əs /

adjective Botany.

consisting of one leaf, as a calyx.
having only one leaf.

Origin of monophyllous

From the Greek word monóphyllos, dating back to 1740–50. See mono-, -phyllous

Words nearby monophyllous

monophosphate, monophthalmos, monophthong, monophthongize, monophyletic, monophyllous, monophysite, monoplane, monoplegia, monoploid, monopod

Example sentences from the Web for monophyllous

  • As an example we shall cite the monophyllous calyx of the Œnother.

    Everyday Objects |W. H. Davenport Adams

  • Calyx proper, very short, monophyllous, a lanceolate leaflet springing from the border.

    The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines |T. H. Pardo de Tavera

  • Is the monophyllous or monosepalous calyx a transformation due to the junction of the primitive leaflets?

    Everyday Objects |W. H. Davenport Adams

British Dictionary definitions for monophyllous

monophyllous
/ (ˌmɒnəʊˈfɪləs) /

adjective

botany having or consisting of only one leaf or leaflike part