caducous
/kəˈduːkəs/
adjective
- Falling off or shedding at an early stage, especially in plants or animals.
- The caducous leaves of the tree dropped as soon as the first frost came.
- The caterpillar's caducous skin was left behind after each molt.
- Some flowers have caducous petals that fall off within a day of blooming.
- Temporary or short-lived; not lasting.
- Her caducous interest in hobbies meant she started something new every month.
- The caducous beauty of a sunset is what makes it so precious.
- The caducous nature of childhood friendships can be surprising.