Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
propagule
Noun
/ˈprɒpəɡjuːl/
Definition
A propagule is a part of an organism that is capable of developing into a new individual or new organism.
Examples
- When planting a garden, you can use seeds as propagules to grow flowers.
- The spores released by the fungus serve as propagules for reproduction.
Meaning
In a biological context, a propagule refers to a structure that can grow into a new plant or organism. This often includes seeds, spores, or vegetative parts that can propagate and create new plants.
Synonyms
- Seed
- Spore
- Cutting
- Clone
