Botany Dictionary

  • Lobulate

    Lobulate

    Having lobes or divisions, typically used to describe leaves or other plant structures that are segmented.

  • Locule

    Locule

    A small compartment or cavity within a plant ovary or fruit, often containing seeds or spores.

  • Lignotuber

    Lignotuber

    A woody swelling or bud located near the base of certain plants, often associated with regeneration after fire or damage.

  • Lignum

    Lignum

    The wood of a tree or shrub, particularly used in botanical or forestry contexts.

  • Ligulate

    Ligulate

    Describing a flower or plant structure with a strap-like shape, typically referring to the corolla of certain flowers.

  • Ligule

    Ligule

    A small flap or membranous structure at the junction of a leaf blade and its sheath, often found in grasses.

  • Liguliflorous

    Liguliflorous

    Referring to a type of flower with ligulate petals, such as those in the daisy family (Asteraceae).

  • Liquiform

    Liquiform

    Having a liquid-like appearance or consistency, often used to describe plant exudates or tissues.

  • Limb

    Limb

    The broad, flat part of a petal or leaf, typically extending beyond the attachment point.

  • Limbate

    Limbate

    Having a margin or edge that is distinct or well-defined, often used to describe leaves or other plant parts.