Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
caulis
noun
/ˈkɔɪ.lɪs/

Definition
The stem of a plant, especially the part that is typically eaten when referring to certain vegetables.

Examples
- Broccoli is an example of a vegetable where the caulis is eaten.
- The chef prepared a dish featuring the succulent caulis of cauliflower.
- In some recipes, the caulis of various plants can add nutrition and texture.

Meaning
In botanical terms, ‘caulis’ specifically refers to the main stem that supports leaves and flowers on a plant, and in culinary contexts, it often denotes the edible part of vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower that consist of stems and flowering buds.

Synonyms
- Stem
- Trunk
- Stalk