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ericaceous

The correct spelling is ericaceous.

How to pronounce ericaceous

adjective

Say it like: Eri-cas-eow-s

The correct spelling is ericaceous. Of or pertaining to the heath family (Ericaceae). For example: "Ericaceous plants include camellias, hollies, hydrangeas, and maples as well as members of the Ericaceae."

Usage Examples

Ericaceous plants include camellias, hollies, hydrangeas, and maples as well as members of the Ericaceae.

Camellias thrive when fed with an ericaceous fertiliser.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Of or pertaining to the heath family (Ericaceae).
  2. 2.(especially of a plant) Acid-loving, thriving in acidic conditions.
  3. 3.Acidic, acid-based

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