蕚 (è) - Calyx — the outer whorl of a flower,

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Calyx — the outer whorl of a flower, typically green and leaf-like, that encloses the petals and protects the flower bud.

Calyx — the outer whorl of a flower,

Usage highlights

Flower calyxCalyx tubeSepalCalyx and corollaPersistent calyx

Synonyms

  • 花萼— flower calyx (more common modern term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The flower's calyx (花蕚) is green and protective.
  • He studied the plant's sepal structure (蕚片结构).
  • The calyx and corolla together form the perianth (花被).

Collocations

  • Flower calyx(花蕚)
  • Calyx tube(蕚筒)
  • Sepal(蕚片)
  • Calyx and corolla(花蕚与花冠)
  • Persistent calyx(宿存蕚)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily a botanical term with limited cultural symbolism.
  • Used in classical Chinese texts describing plants and flowers.

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