ACANTHACEAE
\ɐkˈanθe͡ɪsˌiː], \ɐkˈanθeɪsˌiː], \ɐ_k_ˈa_n_θ_eɪ_s_ˌiː]\
Definitions of ACANTHACEAE
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A plant family of the order Scrophulariales, subclass Asteridae, class Magnoliopsida. It is characterized by simple leaves in opposite pairs, cystoliths (enlarged cells containing crystals of calcium carbonate), and bilaterally symmetrical and bisexual flowers that are usually crowded together.
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