Glossary beginning with P
Glossary of botanical terms related to the Lecythidaceae.
P
- Pachycaul
A type of growth form in which the tree is unbranched (monocaulis) or sparsely branched, the stems are thick, and the leaves very large.
- Petiole cross-section
A section made at right angles to the long axis of the petiole at its junction with the leaf
- Plant holder for photography
A device for holding a plant part in place for the purpose of taking images of it.
- Pneumatophore
An erect, aerial "breathing" root found in species of wet habitats such as mangrove swamps and along periodically inundated river banks.
- Proximal
Near to the place of attachment. Opposite of distal. Same as basal.