Botany Dictionary

  • Semi-amplexicaul

    Semi-amplexicaul

    Describing leaves that partially wrap around the stem, but not fully.

  • Semi-aquatic

    Semi-aquatic

    Describing a plant that grows in both aquatic and terrestrial environments, often with roots in water and stems above the…

  • Semicircular

    Semicircular

    Having the shape of half of a circle, often describing leaf or flower structure.

  • Semicraspedodromous

    Semicraspedodromous

    A type of venation in leaves where secondary veins run parallel to the midrib but curve toward the margin.

  • Semi-double

    Semi-double

    Describing a flower that has more petals than a simple form but fewer than a fully double flower.

  • Semi-evergreen

    Semi-evergreen

    Describing a plant that retains its leaves for part of the year but sheds them seasonally.

  • Seminiferous

    Seminiferous

    Producing or bearing seeds.

  • Semi-persistent

    Semi-persistent

    Describing a plant part, such as leaves, that remains on the plant for part of the year but is eventually…

  • Sempervirent

    Sempervirent

    Describing a plant that retains its leaves throughout the year, similar to evergreen.

  • Sensitive

    Sensitive

    Describing a plant or part of a plant that responds to external stimuli, such as light or touch.