calcifugous
/kælˈsɪfjəɡəs/
adjective
- 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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