calcifugous

/kælˈsɪfjəɡəs/
adjective
  1. Describing a plant that avoids or cannot tolerate calcium-rich (lime) soils.
    • The calcifugous nature of heather means it will not grow in chalky soil.
    • Calcifugous plants like blueberries require acidic growing conditions.
    • Gardeners must test soil pH before planting calcifugous species.
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