precursor tip
In botany, a "precursor tip" is a specific part of a leaf found in many monocotyledons, often having a unique shape or texture.
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Definition
C1Botany
(technical, scientific)The reduced upper part of a leaf in many monocotyledons, often cylindrical at the top.
Example
- The precursor tip of the leaf helps in identifying certain monocotyledonous plants.
- In many monocotyledons, the precursor tip appears as a distinct cylindrical extension.
C1Botany
(technical, scientific)A thickened or glandular leaf tip that is distinct from the rest of the leaf surface.
Example
- The glandular precursor tip of the leaf secretes a sticky substance.
- You can spot the precursor tip by its thicker texture compared to the rest of the leaf.
Similar
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