botanical
UK: bəˈtænɪkəl | US: bəˈtænɪkəl
adj. relating to plants or botany
n. a substance obtained from a plant (less common)
The word traces back to Greek botanē, originally meaning "fodder" or "grass," reflecting early human focus on plants as sustenance. Through Latin botanicus, it evolved into "botany" (study of plants) and later "botanical" (adjective form). The suffix -ical systematically converts nouns into adjectives, preserving the root's integrity while expanding its grammatical function.
The garden showcases a wide range of botanical species.
She studies botanical illustrations to understand plant anatomy.
This skincare product contains botanical extracts.
The university’s botanical research focuses on tropical flora.
His book explores the botanical history of medicinal herbs.