Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sympodia
Noun
/sɪmˈpoʊdiə/
Definition
A condition in plants where the bases of adjacent branches or leaves are joined together, creating a united structure.
Examples
- The fuchsia plant exhibits sympodia, where several stems grow together to form a bushy appearance.
- Botanists studied the sympodia of certain species to understand how they adapt to their environments.
- In gardening, encouraging sympodia can create more robust and visually appealing plants.
Meaning
Sympodia refers to a growth pattern in plants characterized by the merging of multiple branches or stems, resulting in a single, cohesive structure.
Synonyms
- Branch fusion
- Stem aggregation
- Bushy growth
