English dictionary

perianth

/'p/E/r/i/,/&/n/T/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

collective term for the outer parts of a flower consisting of the calyx and corolla and enclosing the stamens and pistils

noun.plant

Synonyms chlamys floral envelope perigone perigonium

Source: WordNet 3.0
The leaves of a flower generally, especially when the calyx and corolla are not readily distinguished.

noun

Source: webster1913