Botany Dictionary

  • Cloche

    Cloche

    A transparent protective cover used to protect plants from cold or extend the growing season.

  • Clone

    Clone

    A genetically identical plant produced by vegetative propagation.

  • Clouded

    Clouded

    Having indistinct or blurred markings (describing petals, leaves, etc.).

  • Clustered

    Clustered

    Growing in groups or bunches rather than singly.

  • Coalescent

    Coalescent

    Fused or grown together (referring to plant parts that normally would be separate).

  • Coarse sand

    Coarse sand

    Sand particles ranging from 0.5-1.0 mm in diameter, providing good drainage.

  • Coccus

    Coccus

    A one-seeded, dry fruit that splits into segments at maturity (e.g., in Euphorbiaceae).

  • Cochlear

    Cochlear

    Spoon-shaped or resembling a spoon.

  • Cochleate

    Cochleate

    Spirally twisted like a snail shell.

  • Coenosorus

    Coenosorus

    A compound sorus where sporangia merge to form a continuous mass.