Calyx and Epicalyx

Calyx noun - (botany) the whorl of sepals of a flower collectively forming the outer floral envelope or layer of the perianth enclosing and supporting the developing bud; usually green.

Epicalyx and calyx are semantically related. In some cases you can replace term "Epicalyx" with "Calyx", this nouns are similar.

Epicalyx noun - A group of bracts simulating a calyx as in a carnation or hibiscus.

Calyx and epicalyx are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Calyx" with "Epicalyx", this nouns are similar.