Botany Dictionary

  • Igneous rock

    Igneous rock

    A type of rock that forms from the cooling and solidification of molten magma or lava, such as granite or…

  • Illuvial horizon

    Illuvial horizon

    A soil layer that has accumulated materials, such as minerals or organic matter, that have been leached or moved downward…

  • Imbricate

    Imbricate

    Referring to a pattern or arrangement where elements are arranged with edges overlapping, common in certain plant structures.

  • Immarginate

    Immarginate

    Describing a structure, particularly a leaf, without a distinct margin or edge.

  • Immature soil

    Immature soil

    Soil that has not yet undergone full development or differentiation, often lacking organic matter and distinct horizons.

  • Immersed

    Immersed

    Submerged in water or another medium, commonly used to describe aquatic plants or organisms.

  • Immortelle

    Immortelle

    A plant or flower that retains its shape and color when dried, often used in ornamental applications.

  • Impairipinnate

    Impairipinnate

    Describing a leaf with an odd number of leaflets, where one leaflet is terminal and the others are arranged alternately.

  • Hydroponics

    Hydroponics

    A method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water to supply the necessary minerals for growth.

  • Hydrous

    Hydrous

    Containing water, especially referring to substances or compounds that have water as a part of their structure.