phylloclades

[US]/ˈfɪl.ə.kleɪd/
[UK]/ˈfɪl.ə.kleɪd/

Translation

n.a flattened stem that resembles a leaf; an organ of a plant that functions as a leaf

Phrases & Collocations

phylloclade structure

phylloclade function

phylloclade adaptation

phylloclade growth

phylloclade development

phylloclade morphology

phylloclade type

phylloclade example

phylloclade species

phylloclade classification

Example Sentences

the phylloclade serves as a photosynthetic organ in some plants.

phylloclades can be mistaken for leaves due to their appearance.

in drought conditions, phylloclades help conserve water.

some cacti have evolved phylloclades to adapt to their environment.

the structure of a phylloclade varies among different species.

phylloclades can photosynthesize effectively even in low light.

botanists study phylloclades to understand plant adaptations.

phylloclades are often flattened and green, resembling leaves.

in some species, phylloclades replace traditional leaves entirely.

understanding phylloclades can help in plant classification.

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