Botany Dictionary

  • Watershoots warty

    Watershoots warty

    Watershoots that have a rough or wart-like surface texture.

  • Weak

    Weak

    Lacking strength or vigor, often referring to underdeveloped plant parts or growth.

  • Weed

    Weed

    A plant growing where it is not wanted, often competing with cultivated plants.

  • Wet soil plants

    Wet soil plants

    Plants that thrive in waterlogged or poorly drained soils.

  • Wetting agent

    Wetting agent

    A chemical that reduces the surface tension of water, improving its spread and absorption.

  • Whorled

    Whorled

    Arranged in a circular pattern around a stem at the same level.

  • Wide row planting

    Wide row planting

    A crop cultivation technique using widely spaced rows for better light penetration and airflow.

  • Wild

    Wild

    Growing or living in a natural state; not cultivated or domesticated.

  • Wind break

    Wind break

    A row of trees or shrubs planted to reduce wind speed and protect crops or soil.

  • Wind burn

    Wind burn

    Damage to plant tissues caused by drying winds.