What is another word for spathe?
Pronunciation: [spˈe͡ɪð] (IPA) 
Spathe is a floral part that surrounds the spadix in certain plants such as the arum family. But, this word also has synonyms that can be used interchangeably depending on the context. For instance, spathe can be replaced with bract or leafy bract, which both refer to a modified leaf that is typically associated with a flower or inflorescence. Another synonym for spathe is sheath, which pertains to an enveloping structure that protects or encloses the spadix. In some cases, envelope or covering may also be used to refer to the spathe as it describes the function of the spathe in terms of protection and containment.
