Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aphyllous
Adjective
/əˈfɪləs/
Definition
Lacking leaves or leaf-like structures.
Examples
- Some desert plants are aphyllous, adapting to arid conditions.
- The aphyllous structure of the cactus helps it conserve water.
Meaning
The term ‘aphyllous’ is used in botany to describe plants or parts of plants that do not have leaves. It can refer to species that have adapted to their environments by losing their leaves over time.
Synonyms
- Leafless
- Unleafed
- Foliar absent
