Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cladophyll
Noun
/ˈklædəˌfɪl/
Definition
A type of leaf that is flattened and resembles a stem or branch, typically found in certain plants as a form of adaptation.
Examples
- The asparagus plant has cladophylls that help it perform photosynthesis.
- Cladophylls are seen in plants like Ruscus and some types of succulents.
Meaning
Cladophylls serve as photosynthetic structures instead of conventional leaves.
Synonyms
- Photosynthetic stem
- Flattened leaf
