Botany Dictionary

  • Testa

    Testa

    The outer seed coat, typically hardened and protective, surrounding the seed.

  • Testa (2)

    Testa (2)

    The protective outer layer of a seed, usually made of hardened cells to prevent damage and desiccation.

  • Tetra-

    Tetra-

    A prefix used to denote a group of four, such as in tetrad (a group of four) or tetrapod (four-footed).

  • Tetra- (2)

    Tetra- (2)

    A prefix denoting the number four, commonly used in botanical and biological terms.

  • Tautonym

    Tautonym

    A scientific name in which the genus and species are the same, used in some plant and animal classifications.

  • Taxon

    Taxon

    A group of one or more populations of organisms that are classified as a unit, such as a species, genus,…

  • Taxonomic synonyms

    Taxonomic synonyms

    Different names that refer to the same taxonomic group, used when species or other groups are reclassified or renamed.

  • Taxonomy

    Taxonomy

    The science of classifying organisms into groups based on similarities and differences, including the naming of species.

  • Tegmen

    Tegmen

    The inner layer of a seed’s integument, which surrounds and protects the embryo.

  • Tepee

    Tepee

    A conical tent traditionally used by Native American tribes, often made of animal skins or fabric.