calyxes in English
noun
1
the sepals of a flower, typically forming a whorl that encloses the petals and forms a protective layer around a flower in bud.
Similar to the color traits, plant prickles were also evaluated for individual organs including stem, leaf, and flower and fruit calyxes .
2
a cuplike cavity or structure, in particular.
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