Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Ericaceous.
Ericaceous - as an adjective
Of or pertaining to the heath family (ericaceae).
(especially of a plant) acid-loving, thriving in acidic conditions.
Example: "Ericaceous plants include camellias, hollies, hydrangeas, and maples as well as members of the ericaceae."
Acidic, acid-based
Example: "Camellias thrive when fed with an ericaceous fertiliser."
Example Sentences
"Rhododendrons are ericaceous plants that thrive in acidic soil."
"The ericaceous nature of blueberries requires a low pH in the soil."
"Heather is a popular choice for ericaceous borders in gardens."
"The ericaceous qualities of camellias make them suitable for acidic soil."
"Many ericaceous plants are native to mountainous regions."
Word Game Points
Is ERICACEOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ericaceous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ERICACEOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is ERICACEOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ericaceous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordERICACEOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is ERICACEOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ericaceous is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordERICACEOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
