pentaphyllous

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English

Etymology

From penta- +‎ phyllo- +‎ -ous.

Adjective

pentaphyllous (not comparable)

  1. (botany, archaic) Having five leaves or leaflets.
    Synonyms: quinquefoliated, quinquefoliate

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