mitriform

adj — 2 senses

mitriform

adj

Etymology From mitre + -iform.

1

Having the form of a miter, or peaked cap.

The crisped leaves, with the different nature of the peristome and mitriform calyptra, multifid at the base, are, however, certain marks of distinction.1844, Sir James Edward Smith, The English Flora, volume 1, page 29:

2

Biology, Botany, Natural sciences Conical, and somewhat dilated at the base.

Synonyms: mitral, mitrate
Related terms: mitrate, mitre, mitred

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