silky leaved

/ˈsɪlki livd/
adjective
  1. Having leaves that are soft, smooth, and shiny like silk (alternative spelling of silky-leafed).
    • Botanists classify this species as silky-leaved due to its distinctive foliage.
    • She admired the silky-leaved houseplant on the windowsill.
    • The silky-leaved shrub added a touch of elegance to the garden.
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