Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hypogeal
Adjective
/ˌhaɪ.pəˈdʒiː.əl/
Definition
Referring to something that is situated or occurring beneath the surface of the ground.
Examples
- The hypogeal germination of peas allows for quicker growth in certain climates.
- Plants that exhibit hypogeal growth often have strategies to protect their delicate seedlings from environmental stresses.
Meaning
In botany, hypogeal relates to seeds that germinate below the ground, where the cotyledons remain underground during the growth process.
Synonyms
- Subterranean
- Underground
- Below-ground
