Category: S

Thin, curved and sharp at apex.  

(In grasses) a shield-shaped structure between embryo and endosperm.  

(In orchid flowers) shaped like an oval dish (specialist term).  

Round and slightly convex, like a saucer. Platter-shaped.  

(Of scales) shield-shaped, round and slightly bulging [unusual term].  

Covered with small scales, like dandruff. Covered with minute scales. (Of cap or stem) Minutely roughened with small scales.  

With many small scaly bodies, easily flaking off.  

Minutely pitted or grooved.  

Loose particles of rock or stones, detached from parent rock by weathering.  

Growing upwards through other vegetation or objects but not twining.