In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SPATHACEOUS
Etymology
Adjective
spathaceous (comparative more spathaceous, superlative most spathaceous)
(botany) Having or resembling a spathe; spathal.
Source: Wiktionary
Spa*tha"ceous, a. (Bot.)
Definition: Having a spathe; resembling a spathe; spathal.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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