petiolar (Meaning)
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petiolar (a.)
Alt. of Petiolary
Synonyms & Antonyms of petiolar
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petiolar Sentence Examples
- The petiolar glands of the fig tree excrete a sticky substance that attracts pollinating fig wasps.
- Petiolar bracts, small modified leaves located at the base of a petiole, are often overlooked but can provide valuable taxonomic information.
- The petiolar trace, the vascular bundle that connects the leaf to the stem, is an important characteristic used in plant identification.
- The petiolar stipules, leaf-like structures that flank the base of the petiole, vary in size, shape, and function across plant species.
- The petiolar anatomy, the internal structure of the petiole, can reveal insights into the plant's physiology and adaptation.
- Petiolar phyllotaxy, the arrangement of leaves along the petiole, is a diagnostic feature used in botanical classification.
- The petiolar nectaries, specialized glands found on the petiole, secrete nectar to attract ants or other beneficial insects that protect the plant.
- Petiolar asymmetry, a deviation from bilateral symmetry in the petiole, can indicate growth abnormalities or environmental stress.
- The petiolar tendrils, modified petioles that coil around supports, provide structural support for climbing plants.
- Petiolar abscission, the process of leaf detachment from the stem, is triggered by biochemical and environmental factors and is essential for autumn senescence.
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Alt. of Petiolary
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The petiolar glands of the fig tree excrete a sticky substance that attracts pollinating fig wasps.
Petiolar bracts, small modified leaves located at the base of a petiole, are often overlooked but can provide valuable taxonomic information.
The petiolar trace, the vascular bundle that connects the leaf to the stem, is an important characteristic used in plant identification.
The petiolar stipules, leaf-like structures that flank the base of the petiole, vary in size, shape, and function across plant species.
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