calycle

ca·ly·cle

epicalyx

Origin of calycle

see calyculus

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Noun

(plural calycles)

(botany) A row of small bracts at the base of the calyx, on the outside.

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Latin calyculus small flower bud, calyx, diminutive of calyx. See calyx and compare calicle.

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