cauline

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Adjective cauline has 2 senses

caulescent, cauline, stemmed - producing a well-developed stem above ground
cauline - especially of leaves; growing on a stem especially on the upper part of a stem; "cauline leaves"
Antonyms: radical, basal

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Cauline

Description:

The term "cauline" typically refers to something relating to or being situated on the stem of a plant. It specifically describes plant structures, such as leaves or flowers, that grow directly from the stem without any intervening peduncle or petiole.

Possible Parts of Speech:

Adjective

Senses and Usages:

Adjective:

Relating to or situated on the stem of a plant, specifically leaves or flowers without any intervening peduncle or petiole.

Sample Sentences:

1. The cauline leaves of the sunflower plant provide structural support and aid in photosynthesis.

2. The cauline flowers of the rosebush bloomed beautifully along the stems.

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