Botany Dictionary

  • Hydroxyapatite

    Hydroxyapatite

    A mineral form of calcium apatite, commonly found in the bones and teeth of vertebrates, and used in biological research.

  • Hydrobyte

    Hydrobyte

    A small, water-absorbing particle or material, often used in horticulture for moisture retention in soil.

  • Hygrophyte

    Hygrophyte

    A plant that thrives in moist or wet environments, often requiring high humidity or water availability.

  • Hygroscopic

    Hygroscopic

    Describing a substance that readily absorbs moisture from the air, such as certain soils or materials used in agriculture.

  • Hypanthial

    Hypanthial

    Relating to or describing the hypanthium, a structure that is formed by the fusion of the sepals, petals, and stamens…

  • Hypanthium

    Hypanthium

    A floral structure formed by the fusion of the bases of the sepals, petals, and stamens, enclosing the ovary.

  • Hypertrophy

    Hypertrophy

    The abnormal enlargement of an organ or tissue, often due to increased cell size, rather than cell number.

  • Hypha

    Hypha

    A filamentous structure that forms the body of fungi, including molds and mushrooms, responsible for growth and nutrient absorption.

  • Hypo-

    Hypo-

    A prefix meaning ‘under’ or ‘below’, often used in terms like hypoglycemia or hypothermia to indicate a lower level or…

  • Hypocarpium

    Hypocarpium

    The lower part of the ovary, often developing into a fruit or structure that is distinct from the rest of…