👉 Elytriferous is a term that refers to certain types of plants, which are characterized by their elongated leaves and are often used in the production of food. This type of plant has an unusual structure where the stems or petioles of the plant are replaced with a leathery layer called the "eyelash" on each leaf. The eyelashes help to protect the leaves from being chewed by insects, which is why these plants are often used in the production of