Definition of "ericaceous" in Englisch

adjective

1. (botany) Of or pertaining to the heath family (Ericaceae).

2. (especially of a plant) Acid-loving, thriving in acidic conditions.

   • Ericaceous plants include camellias, hollies, hydrangeas, and maples as well as members of the Ericaceae.

3. acidic, acid-based

   • Camellias thrive when fed with an ericaceous fertiliser.