rhaphides Antonyms
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
Meaning of rhaphides
Webster
rhaphides (n. pl.)
Minute transparent, often needle-shaped, crystals found in the tissues of plants.
rhaphides Sentence Examples
- The leaves of the stinging nettle contain microscopic structures called rhaphides.
- Rhaphides are needle-like crystals that release an irritant when the plant is touched.
- The pain and itching caused by rhaphides is a defense mechanism against herbivores.
- Rhaphides are similar to the stinging cells found in jellyfish and certain species of coral.
- The plant family Araceae is known for its abundance of rhaphides in its leaves and stems.
- The presence of rhaphides can make certain plants toxic to humans and animals if ingested.
- Some species of fig trees produce rhaphides in their unripe fruit, which can cause skin irritation.
- In addition to their defensive role, rhaphides may also play a role in regulating plant growth and water transport.
- The mechanism by which rhaphides are formed and released is still not fully understood.
- Scientists are investigating the potential use of rhaphides as a source of natural insecticides and antimicrobial agents.
FAQs About the word rhaphides
Minute transparent, often needle-shaped, crystals found in the tissues of plants.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The leaves of the stinging nettle contain microscopic structures called rhaphides.
Rhaphides are needle-like crystals that release an irritant when the plant is touched.
The pain and itching caused by rhaphides is a defense mechanism against herbivores.
Rhaphides are similar to the stinging cells found in jellyfish and certain species of coral.
