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Restiaceae + -ous
First known use, by meaning
- from 1810 Belonging or relating to the Restiaceae (now Restionaceae), a family of rush-like plants.
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restiaceous
Today it means: Belonging or relating to the Restiaceae (now Restionaceae), a family of rush-like plants. Full definition →
First used 1810