rootstalk (Meaning)
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rootstalk (n)
a horizontal plant stem with shoots above and roots below serving as a reproductive structure
Synonyms & Antonyms of rootstalk
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rootstalk Sentence Examples
- The dense rootstalk of the fern extended deep into the soil, anchoring it firmly.
- The ginger plant's fleshy rootstalk is prized for its culinary and medicinal properties.
- The intertwined rootstalks of the daisy family create a thick mat that suppresses weeds.
- The rhizomes, or underground rootstalks, of the iris provide nourishment and propagation.
- The rhizomes of the bamboo plant are used to make a variety of products, including flooring and furniture.
- The rootstalks of the orchid plant are aerial, allowing it to cling to trees and other surfaces.
- The creeping rootstalks of the strawberry plant create a dense ground cover and produce new plants.
- The rootstalks of the asparagus plant are the edible shoots harvested for their delicate flavor.
- The rootstalks of the water lily plant extend into the pond's substrate, anchoring it and providing stability.
- The rootstalks of the mangrove tree extend above the water's surface, providing a habitat for marine life.
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a horizontal plant stem with shoots above and roots below serving as a reproductive structure
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No antonyms found.
The dense rootstalk of the fern extended deep into the soil, anchoring it firmly.
The ginger plant's fleshy rootstalk is prized for its culinary and medicinal properties.
The intertwined rootstalks of the daisy family create a thick mat that suppresses weeds.
The rhizomes, or underground rootstalks, of the iris provide nourishment and propagation.
