Botany Dictionary

  • Oblanceclate

    Oblanceclate

    A variation of oblanceolate, referring to a leaf shape that is broader at the apex and narrower at the base.

  • Obligate

    Obligate

    Referring to organisms or species that must live in a specific type of environment or depend on a particular resource…

  • Oblique

    Oblique

    Used to describe a plant part or structure that is tilted or slanted in a direction other than upright or…

  • Obloid

    Obloid

    Referring to a shape that is similar to an oblong or oval, often used in describing certain fruits or seeds.

  • Oblong

    Oblong

    A shape that is longer than it is wide, typically referring to leaves, fruits, or other plant parts.

  • Oblong (1)

    Oblong (1)

    Referring to a shape that is longer than it is wide, often used to describe certain fruits, leaves, or other…

  • Oblong (2)

    Oblong (2)

    Describing a shape that is elongated, typically rectangular or oval, with parallel sides and rounded or squared ends.

  • Oblong-cylindric

    Oblong-cylindric

    Describing a shape that is both elongated and cylindrical, with straight or nearly straight sides.

  • Oblong-ovoid

    Oblong-ovoid

    Describing a shape that is elongated and oval, often used to describe certain fruits or seeds.

  • Obovate

    Obovate

    Having a shape that is widest at the apex and tapering toward the base, typical in certain leaf or flower…