English word calciphilous comes from English calci- (Of or pertaining to calcium or its compounds.), English -philous
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| calci- | English (eng) | Of or pertaining to calcium or its compounds. |
| -philous | English (eng) | Having an affinity, attraction, preference or love of something. |
| calciphilous | English (eng) | (botany, of a plant) Suited to a calcareous soil. |