Botany Dictionary

  • Palmate (2)

    Palmate (2)

    Describing a leaf or structure where the parts (such as leaflets) are arranged in a fan-like or radiating pattern.

  • Ovate

    Ovate

    Referring to a leaf that is shaped like an egg, with the widest part at the base and tapering toward the apex.

  • Ovate (of leaves)

    Ovate (of leaves)

    Describing a leaf shape that is egg-shaped, broader at the base and tapering toward the tip, commonly seen in many plants.

  • Ovoid

    Ovoid

    Referring to a shape that is oval or egg-shaped, with one end broader and the other more pointed.

  • Ovoid-acuminate

    Ovoid-acuminate

    Describing a shape that is egg-like with a pointed tip, often used in reference to leaves or fruit.

  • Ovoid-conic

    Ovoid-conic

    Describing a shape that is egg-shaped at the base and tapers to a cone-like tip.

  • Ovoid-cylindric

    Ovoid-cylindric

    Referring to a shape that is egg-like and cylindrical, having an oval base and cylindrical sides.

  • Ovulate

    Ovulate

    Describing the process or state of producing ovules in a plant, which will eventually be fertilized to form seeds.

  • Ovule

    Ovule

    A structure within the ovary of a plant that contains the egg cell, which, after fertilization, becomes the seed.

  • Ovuliferous

    Ovuliferous

    Describing a plant or structure that carries or produces ovules, typically used in reference to cones or pistillate flowers.