histotrophic
/ˌhɪstəˈtrɒfɪk/ /ˌhɪstəˈtrəʊfɪk/Biology
adjective
1Originally: causing the formation of or providing nourishment for tissues of the body. In later use also: specifically designating a stage of embryonic development when the embryo obtains nourishment from maternal tissue or glandular secretions; of or relating to this stage.
2= histotropic.
Origin
Mid 19th century. From histo- + -trophic.