Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
folia
Noun
/ˈfoʊ.li.ə/
Definition
Folia are thin, leaf-like structures or layers found in various contexts.
Examples
- In botany, the term ‘folia’ is used to describe the leaves of a plant.
- The brain has many folia that help increase its surface area.
- Some fungi produce folia that resemble leaves to aid in spore dispersal.
Meaning
In a broader sense, folia usually refers to leaves or leaf-like parts in both botanical and anatomical terms.
Synonyms
- Leaves
- Leaflets
- Strata
- Layers
