Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

frondescence

Noun

/frɒnˈdɛsəns/

Definition

The state or condition of bearing fronds, or leafy branches.

Examples

The frondescence of the ferns in the spring adds vibrancy to the forest floor.
During frondescence, the garden bursts into a riot of greens as new leaf growth emerges.
As the season changes, frondescence signals the arrival of warmer weather.

Meaning

Frondescence refers to a period or phase when a plant develops and produces fronds, which are the leaf-like structures typically found in ferns and certain other plants.